Nissan to Offer Spec-M Detuned GT-R For Old People
TTAC spoke and Nissan listened. Or something like that. In any case, Pistonheads reports that the Japanese automaker has heard complaints that their 911-slayer is harder riding than a tea tray down a gravel ski trail. Nissan will offer a more comfortable version of their GT-R. “The GT-R Spec-V firm suspension will get replaced by a softer, more refined setup and will include ripple control shock absorbers to help iron out the bumps. There’ll also be a wider choice of interior trims to help entice a more upmarket clientele, with aluminium and wood grain finishes both options on the new Spec-M.” So the scream “OH, NO! GODZILLA!” will now become “I say, isn’t that the Japanese sports car that lapped the Nurburgring rather quickly?”
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The GT-R is already receiving a suspension upgrade for 2010, which improves both the ride and handling. Why do we need this?
Next up, for even older folks, the GT-R T-spec (T for Town Car). It comes with front and rear bench seats, a column shift sans paddle shifters, an 85 mph speedo, vinyl top, steelies with metal wire wheel covers, whitewalls, and a detuned engine with 250hp, just so it doesn't make you need a new Depends. It also comes with a bigger trunk so you can fit your Hoveround in there. And don't forget the special lancet holder so you can test your "diabetuss" on the go. Seriously, is the M in M-spec for mature? Yeah, looking at that car makes you think, "Yeah, that's a real mature driver right there. It shows with the restrained, demure styling."
Oh, and I forgot about the T-spec's pleated vinyl upholstery and fake burled walnut trim. Classy.