The Nissan GT-R R35 has officially ended production after nearly 20 years, with the final unit—a Premium Edition T-Spec in Midnight Purple—delivered in Japan. Around 48,000 units were sold globally, with Japan being the last market to close orders.
Debuting as a concept in 2001 and launching in 2007, the R35 evolved steadily over the years. It saw racing success from 2008 and received multiple upgrades, including the high-performance Nismo variant and special anniversary editions.
Powered by a 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6, the R35 started with 473 bhp and ended with 565 bhp, while the Nismo pushed 600 bhp. All models used Nissan’s ATTESA-ETS AWD system and a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
The GT-R R35 claimed multiple Super GT and Super Taikyu titles and set Nürburgring lap records, with the best being 7:08.679 by the Nismo. In 2016, it set a Guinness World Record for the fastest drift at 304.96 km/h.
Nissan has confirmed the GT-R will return. While no timeline is set, CEO Ivan Espinosa stated that the next GT-R will be something special, living up to the R35’s legacy. Fans are asked to remain patient.