Gtr Vs Gt-t/gts/gt

[r34vspecnur]

Hey guys, I want to get a GTR to build up, I want it to be a sort of time attack car. I'm just wondering since I will be changing everything from the driveshaft, the engine, seats, doors, boot, bonnet, wheels etc why buy a gtr for like 40k if the chassis is the same in the GT. SO my question really is, is the chassis exactly the same? I mean EXACTLY as in you can put all the GTR parts in if you wanted to without any mods? (Not that I'll do that). Is it made from the same material? I'm asking this because I've found R34 GTs for like 10k, that's dirt cheap and thats not all, I would sell the GT's engine, seats, bonnet, exhaust etc and it would end up as like 7k only. Then I would build it up, I'm pretty sure it's cheaper than buying a GTR and then doing the build. So what do you guys think?

[iseekool]

Well I suppose it depends if you want an AWD or just RWD.

If you are just after RWD there is nothing wrong with buying a GT/GTt.

Here is a good thread to read http://www.skylinesaustralia.com/forums/R3...ld-t280439.html

[Marlin]

The materials with the exception on the front hanging panels are the same.

Major points of difference are bolt-in strengthening in GTR (at B pillar and rear tower notably), and the GTR also has scallops in the front "chassis" rails for front driveshafts.

Firewall also recessed for booster for clutch master.... but not essential for a race car.

Basically, all of it can be got around.

[mad082]

if you don't care about 4wd and are happy with rwd then go the gt-t. will work out a lot cheaper. for the money you save buying the car you could have it modded to be much faster than the gtr. if you were thinking of making a 4wd gt-t with a heap of gtr stuff then just get the gtr to start with.

[NickR33]

don't forget GTRs have wider panels so you can fit bigger rubber... not really an issue up front as the front quarter panels can be replaced with GTR items pretty easily but the rear quarters will involve hacking and welding

[VNS 24]

If it's only for track use, go for the GT/GT-T and spend heaps on Mods.

One of my friend did pretty much the same as you. He built up his GT-T with RB26 in it, etc. for track and spent lots on it. But now, I think he's selling it for $30k+.

Edited October 20, 2010 by Victor.T

[Marlin]

If you want a serious Time Attack type car you'll want wider, much wider than the std 34 GTR panels. Think a foot wider

[r34vspecnur]

I was thinking about 4WD but I guess 2WD isn't so bad, the thing is I could buy a GTR but this idea just hit me that maybe this is cheaper. If there's welding and stuff to get it close to the GTR then I guess I'll just get a GTR and sell all the unwanted parts like brakes, suspension, seats etc.

[skidmark]

GTS4?

[iseekool]

Another option is to buy a straight but very high Ks R34 GT-R - then you have a good foundation to begin with, less headaches.

[r34vspecnur]

Where can I get a high KMs GTR for cheap? There's nothing under $38,000.

[iseekool]

Where can I get a high KMs GTR for cheap? There's nothing under $38,000.

They pop-up every now and then. Patience is the key

I remember seeing one not too long ago it was $36,000.

There were some on j-spec that were reasonably priced.

The advantage with buying a GTR (if you are thinking AWD) straight out as opposed to a GT4 (non turbo, AWD, only in Auto).

- GTR has the RB26DETT already.

- 6 speed maual trans

- Wider body

- Stronger axels

- Brembo brakes

Basically what I'm trying to say is - in order to build an AWD monster it will cost you much more to build up a GT4 as opposed to a GTR.

The cost of labour during the conversions/custom parts will cost heaps. Even if you decide to sell the GT4 parts you will not get much money in return. There also seems to be more support and bolt on parts for a GTR too.

[r34vspecnur]

Fair enough that's a really good assessment. I am willing to pay for a 40k GT-R but since most of the parts like the brakes, suspension etc are getting replaced I'm being patient to find a cheap one. I'm not building the car by myself I've got 2 of my mates in on it so money isn't that tight but getting a cheap one would help save some money plus it'll make the missus happy, she says I'm having a mid life crisis lmao. If anyone knows one for like 34-36k even in high K's I'd much appreciate it.

[drgtr7]

GTR is easily well more suited to the track