2016 Nissan GT-R Debuts 45th Anniversary Gold Edition

2016 Nissan GT-R 45th Anniversary Gold Edition ・ Photo by Nissan USA

Forget about sapphire; Nissan is sidestepping traditional anniversary protocol and celebrating the GT-R's 45th year with a special Gold Edition.

Built off the Premium model, the 45th Anniversary Gold Edition features a "Silica Brass" paint color, and if that weren't enough bling, it also includes a gold-tone VIN plate and a gold-tone commemorative plaque on the dashboard.

2016 Nissan GT-R Debuts 45th Anniversary Gold Edition

Additional features to the 2016 GT-R include an extra five horsepower for the Premium and Black Edition models, bringing the total to 550 hp @ 6,400 RPM, and all-new 20-spoke wheels for the Premium model. Despite the enhancements, pricing for all three models remain unchanged from the previous year. 

MSRP for the 2016 GT-R: Premium: $101,770 45th Anniversary Gold Edition: $102,770 Black Edition: $111,510 NISMO: $149,990

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2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO

The 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO in "Pearl White" features a 3.8-liter V6 VR38DETT engine, and is rated at 600hp and 481 lb-ft of torque.

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