The Nissan R35 is dead, but Godzilla will survive!
This page is translated from the original post "La Nissan R35 est morte, mais Godzilla lui survivra !" in French.
- 26/08/2025 14:48
After 18 years of production and approximately 48,000 units manufactured, the Nissan GT-R R35 is leaving the stage for good.
The last unit rolled off the production line in Tochigi, Japan, is a Premium T-Spec edition dressed in the iconic “Midnight Purple” color, destined for a Japanese customer. A chapter closes for one of the most significant sports cars of its era.
Unveiled in 2007, the R35 was tasked with embodying the next generation of an already legendary lineage. It established itself as a technological showcase, with its hand-assembled twin-turbo V6 VR38DETT by master craftsmen Takumi, its ATTESA ET-S all-wheel-drive system, and its innovative aerodynamics. More than just a supercar, the GT-R R35 became a symbol of accessible performance, offering sensations comparable to the best European sports cars.
Exceptional Longevity for the R35
Rather than being replaced after about a decade as is customary in the automotive world, the R35 continuously evolved. Its initial power of 480 horsepower increased to 600 horsepower in its most advanced versions, all while never losing that unique character: a GT that is as comfortable and usable daily as it is explosive on the track.
Over time, the R35 became a true myth, living up to its nickname “Godzilla.” Its regular updates, record performances, and timeless style allowed it to remain competitive well beyond what anyone might have imagined. Few modern cars can boast of having crossed nearly two decades without ever seeming genuinely dated.
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But while the R35 comes to an end today, the GT-R saga does not stop here. Ivan Espinosa, CEO of Nissan, wanted to reassure fans: “This is not a goodbye to the GT-R. We are already working on its future so that its legacy continues.” A statement that keeps the flame alive and opens the door to an electrified future. Hybrid or 100% electric? It’s still too early to say, but as one legend fades, a new Godzilla is already on the horizon.
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