The book shows the history of the installation and development of all main features of the Nissan Skyline GT-R, including the dynamics control systems and chassis that provide the unique handling characteristics of the car.The book analyzes changing of the philosophy and technology of the GTR, and ,particularly,its all-wheel drive system.
Since the beginning of 1960s, the Skylines were developed to take part in racing. Perhaps, therefore, the GT-R has the deepest racing roots of all modern sports cars. Analyzing the racing history of the GT-R reveals its nature, as well as its strong and weak features. The book also describes the production GT-Rs models, and is based on their comparative analysis. The book readers also will find the GT-R model specifications, racing results and interesting information available previously only in Japanese.
The motorsport history of the GTR reveals its strengths and weaknesses. Particularly enlightening is racing history of the R33 and the R34 GTRs, and, especially, evolution of the car during several years of competition in the 24-h Nurburgring race.
Overall its a great book, and a worthwhile addition to anyone that is interested in the Nissan Skyline GT-R, or in all wheel drive race cars.