No More Orders: The Nissan GT-R R35 retires

After an impressive 18-year production run, Nissan has officially ceased accepting orders for its iconic R35 GT-R, affectionately known as "Godzilla." This move signifies the end of an era for a vehicle that redefined performance benchmarks upon its 2007 debut.

Nissan's Japanese website recently announced that all planned production slots for the GT-R have been filled, marking the conclusion of its availability in its home market. This development follows the model's earlier discontinuation in other regions including Europe, Australia and the USA.

Introduced at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, the R35 GT-R quickly became a fan favourite for its advanced technology and formidable performance. Equipped with a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine, it initially delivered 480 horsepower, evolving over time to 565 horsepower in its base form and up to 600 horsepower in the Nismo variant. Its sophisticated all-wheel-drive system and rapid acceleration made it a formidable contender against more expensive supercars.

Its cheap price tag and long production run was also the reason why Bangladesh has seen about 10-12 Nissan GT-Rs imported to the country.

As of now, Nissan has not confirmed a direct successor. Speculation suggests that the company may be exploring hybrid or fully electric options for future high-performance models, potentially drawing inspiration from concepts like the Nissan Hyper Force. However, no official timelines or details have been released.