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EV, News

Nissan R32 EV Coming Soon

Nissan has announced that it is working on a unique R32 EV prototype, an electric version of one of its best cars, the R32 Skyline GT-R. It is based on the idea of one of Nissan’s engineers who joined Nissan precisely because of the GT-R model.

The standard Nissan R32 is powered by a 2.6L twin-turbo 6-cylinder engine with 316 hp (232 kW), but it was understated due to the Japanese car makers’ “gentlemen’s agreement” not to exceed 276 hp (203 kW). It was built to handle ~500 hp in racing trim, making it considered indestructible, which allowed tuners to add hundreds of horsepower. How popular the car actually is is shown by the fact that it was nicknamed “Godzilla”. It was also very successful which was transmitted to the road via a “very complicated” four-wheel drive. This car was extremely successful in motorsport and was nicknamed “Godzilla”.

“I want to make a more exciting car by giving my favorite model the latest electrification technology that I deal with,” said the unnamed engineer.

Whether the R32 EV project will simply be adding electrification to the Skyline’s internal combustion engine to create a hybrid despite the video showing the engine firing and running, as this could only mark the beginning of the prototype’s journey, is unknown.

Source: Nissan

Auctions, News

1970 Porsche 911S is up for auction

It has been six decades since a two-door 2+2 high performance rear-engined sports car, the Porsche 911, was introduced by Porsche AG of Stuttgart. However, in 1966, Posche introduced a more powerful version of this model, the 911 S. It was produced until 1973, when it was replaced by the 911 Carrera RS. One of the coupe models, the 1970 Porsche 911S is up for auction.

The Porsche 911S is powered by a rebuilt 2.2-liter flat-six engine paired with a replaced 5-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. In 2016, the cooling fan, fan housing, alternator, oil level sender and spark plug wires were replaced. It is mounted on 15″ Fuchs alloy wheels wrapped in 195/65 Continental ContiProContact tires.

The car is finished in Albert Blue, has been properly maintained and is in good condition. It is equipped with bright trim, a left-side mirror, bumperettes, gold badging on the rear decklid, a single polished exhaust outlet, European-spec H4 headlights, amber rear corner lenses, four-wheel discs with aluminum calipers and ventilated rotors. SSI heat exchangers have been installed also.

Inside, the Recaro seats are trimmed in black leatherette with corduroy inserts. In front of the driver is a four-spoke steering wheel behind which is a five-digit odometer showing 49,335 miles (total mileage is unknown). Additional equipment includes a Blaupunkt push-button radio, a heater, power windows, and Coco mats.

The Porsche 911S comes with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, an owner’s manual, service records, and a clean Illinois title in the name of the owner’s company.

The auction ends on April 2nd and the current highest bid is $100,000 USD.

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1970 Porsche 911S is up for auction

Source: Bring a Trailer

Auctions, News

1990 Ferrari 348 TS is up for auction

In 1989, Ferrari unveiled the successor to the 328 model and the final V8-powered Ferrari model developed under the direction of Enzo Ferrari, the Ferrari 348. It was produced until 1995, and 7,122 cars left the production line, of which 2,894 were tb coupés (Trasversale Berlinetta) and 4,228 as 348 ts targa (Trasversale Spider). One of them, a 1990 Ferrari 348 TS is up for auction.

Ferrari 348 TS is powered by a 3.4L quad-cam Tipo F119 V8 engine with 296 hp (221 kW) and 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Two months ago engine shutdown service was performed which included replacing the timing belt, other engine belts, the spark plugs, and various gaskets and seals. It is mounted on a set of 17″ five-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero Asimetrico tires.

This car is finished in Rosso Corsa and is in good condition. It is equipped with a removable black roof panel, pop-up headlights, fog lights, side air intakes, louvered taillights, quad exhaust tips and Ferrari-branded calipers over ventilated discs along with an anti-lock system.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in Nero Connolly, which also covers the door panels, dashboard and center console. In front of the driver is a steering wheel wrapped in black leather behind which is a six-digit odometer showing 18,185 miles. Additional equipment includes air conditioning, a heated rear window, power windows and door locks, and a dogleg-pattern gated shifter.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with literature, tools, a recent invoice, a damage-free Carfax report, and a clean New Jersey title.

The auction ends on March 30 and the current highest bid is $53,480 USD.

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1990 Ferrari 348 TS is up for auction

Source: Bring a Trailer