GT-R Leaked: 2011 Nissan GT-R Priced From $84,060, Only 315 Cars For U.S.?

[HighestOfHigh]

The Nissan GT-R is a self-defined paradox: the affordable, every-day supercar that doesn't let you modify it; that costs surprising amounts to maintain; and that isn't available in large quantities. But its impressive all-wheel-drive performance and technological barrage nevertheless deliver for fans. For the 2011 model year, things are going to get even tougher, though, according to a leaked document.

A letter to Nissan GT-R Certified dealers posted to the NAGTROC forums says the 2011 Nissan GT-R will only be available in Premium trim--the base model will be discontinued--and will be priced from $84,060, further cutting into the GT-R's affordability. The document also states that only 315 units are earmarked for the U.S., meaning that the chance to own one will be slim, and the limited demand is likely to drive actual purchase prices even farther above sticker.

Tweaks to the car for 2011 include a slightly retuned suspension, beefed up bushings, a double clear coat on the car's fascias (presumably to resist stone chips) and the color of the wheel center caps is a shade darker.

By cutting the base model and going to Premium as the standard, a number of features are now common to all models, including a USB iPod interface, Bluetooth audio streaming, auto on/off headlights, rear cooling ducts, "near-black" alloy wheels, speed sensitive wipers and XM weather and traffic capability. An ultra-high performance Dunlop run-flat tire package can be added for no extra cash, and a cold weather package is also available.

- Leaked: 2011 Nissan GT-R Priced From $84,060, Only 315 Cars For U.S.? - MotorAuthority

 

[Mr Robert]

I guess they have made their point. No reason to continue selling the car at half the cost of it.

 

[HighestOfHigh]

^True and at that price it's still a deal. Especially considering what it's capable of...