Highlights
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The last-ever R35 Nissan GT-R has rolled off the Tochigi plant production line in Japan.
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Around 48,000 R35 GT-Rs were built, each powered by a hand-assembled VR38DETT twin-turbo V6 engine.
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The R35 was in production for 18 years, leaving a strong legacy in automotive history.
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Nissan confirms that the GT-R name will return in the future, though no date is fixed.
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Hiroshi Tamura, the “Godfather of GT-R,” praised the car’s role in uniting fans worldwide.
End of an Era
It is officially the end of an era as the last-ever R35 Nissan GT-R has been completed at Nissan’s Tochigi plant, outside Tokyo. This marks the conclusion of an iconic sports car that has defined Nissan’s performance legacy for nearly two decades.
In total, about 48,000 R35 GT-Rs were built since its debut. Each car was fitted with the legendary VR38DETT twin-turbo V6 engine, hand-assembled by one of only nine master craftsmen—a tradition that made the GT-R truly special.
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Nissan’s Tribute to the GT-R
Nissan’s Senior Vice President Ivan Espinosa described the car’s impact with heartfelt words:
“After 18 remarkable years, the R35 GT-R has left an enduring mark on automotive history,” said Nissan boss Ivan Espinosa.
“Its legacy is a testament to the passion of our team and the loyalty of our customers around the globe. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary journey.”
Espinosa also assured fans that this is not the end of the GT-R legend.
“It’s our goal for the GT-R nameplate to one day make a return,” he said. “While we don’t have a precise plan finalised today, the GT-R will evolve and re-emerge in the future.”
The Godfather of GT-R Speaks
Hiroshi Tamura, often known as the “Godfather of GT-R” or the “Father of GT-R,” reflected on what the car means to Nissan and the global community.
“The GT-R is a car that represents the essence of Nissan DNA,” said Tamura.
“Our passion for creating exciting products and our willingness to take on extreme challenges have been represented in this car.”
When asked about the R35’s farewell, Tamura expressed deep pride:
“I believe cars like the R35 GT-R unite people worldwide… I’m proud of all it’s achieved and grateful for fan and customer support.”
What Comes Next for GT-R?
While the R35 chapter has closed, Nissan confirmed that the GT-R will not disappear forever. Plans are being made to bring back the GT-R nameplate in the future, with a new vision and design to carry forward its iconic status.
For now, fans around the world bid farewell to one of the most legendary performance cars of all time—the R35 GT-R.
Source: Somoy TV
