Litchfield's 2011 GTRs have arrived! - GT-R Register - Official Nissan Skyline and GTR Owners Club forum

Litchfield · 11th February 2011, 02:52 PM

They are finally here!

We had the first R35 in the UK so it seemed the right move to get one of the first new “Enhanced” 2011 GTRs

I’m really pleased with the colours which look great in person, my first R35 was Black and the new pearl black is superb!

I was unsure about the Blue when I put the order in but I’m really pleased with the choice, pictures don’t do it justice and it appears to change complete as the light moves. Of course, with pristine new cars we want to keep the paint in perfect condition, I had a good chat with Robbie (Valet Magic) about paint protection and wrapping options so it’ll be interesting to see what it looks like in a few weeks time.

First driving impressions are that the Nissan have made an effort to lift the interior quality, it feels much better with darker finish and carbon fibre. However as soon as you pull away you notice just how much better the revised suspension is!

Comfort mode is much improved and is now very smooth. Engine power delivery is excellent and I look forward to seeing what software and hardware changes have been made. Ecutek already have the ECU information to work on

Over the next couple of weeks we have a raft of testing work to do with the new car and we’re going to post a complete breakdown of the changes on the new car on our Blog and revised website

Once underway I’ll start a new thread with lots of detailed information. We plan to remove the engine, turbos and gearbox to see just what has been “enhanced” and insure our current range of parts will fit.

In the meantime if anyone would like to see the cars in flesh give us a call as they are available to view.

I also want to thank Andy and Tony at Middlehurst for their impeccable service once again. They really are the most informed of all the Nissan HPCs and a pleasure to deal with

Much, much more to follow

Kind regards

Iain

Kizzz · 11th February 2011, 02:56 PM

Wow looks good Iain, can`t wait to see your results.
P.S need to book my service soon

Kirun

Bajie · 11th February 2011, 02:58 PM

Stunning!
That blue is fantastic. Best pictures I have seen of it so far.

JayJay · 11th February 2011, 03:03 PM

I want the blue one

ziggy · 11th February 2011, 03:08 PM

The blue is fantastic, my eyes were blue but are now green!

rb26 · 11th February 2011, 03:16 PM

The blue colour is beautiful. It really suits the car

Terje.

David.Yu · 11th February 2011, 03:34 PM

Wow, that's an impressively chunky investment in your business Iain!
And sourced through the best HPC too, good choice.

May I ask why you've bought 2? Is one to sell on in time?

manjit · 11th February 2011, 03:41 PM

I think I want one now

, cant wait to learn about new developments

thistle · 11th February 2011, 04:01 PM

Blue looks really nice in those photos.

sumo69 · 11th February 2011, 04:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thistle

Blue looks really nice in those photos.

+1

Wasn't that fussed about the blue but in those pics it looks WOW!!

It will also be interesting to see whether the gearboxes have been upgraded!

D

David.Yu · 11th February 2011, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sumo69

+1

Wasn't that fussed about the blue but in those pics it looks WOW!!

It will also be interesting to see whether the gearboxes have been upgraded!

D

I really can't believe they've made 4k LC launches covered under warranty without beefing up some gearbox components despite a face to face denial by the gearbox guy at the Nurburgring!

The problem with the Japanese corporate mentality is that they seldom acknowledge past failures/weaknesses.

The only exception was Mizuno appearing angry that the 09/10 brake discs were prone to cracking. But I guess the inference was that that was down to Brembo and now he has personally had a hand in designing the 390mm discs for the 2011, they will be a lot better.

Zed Ed · 11th February 2011, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manjit

I think I want one now

, cant wait to learn about new developments

read the thread on trade-in values first

they do look nice though; perhaps I'll have a word with the missus

Litchfield · 11th February 2011, 04:46 PM

David, I'd love to say I bought two because I couldn't decide on the colour

but one will be going to a customer in March. It'll be his 5th R35!

Lots to do but the Gearbox will be out next week and will be stripped and compared to an older one we already have. Will take lots of pictures

Glenn for Dodson Motorsport is flying over to have a look and give us more GR6 training. We also have the engineers that have just designed the new McLaren and Lambo DCT gearboxes coming over as well

We will also be completeing our Re-valved suspension testing as we'll have 3 different specs to try back to back which should be interesting.

Turbos will be sent off and documented to see if they really are different.

Zed Ed · 11th February 2011, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Litchfield

David, I'd love to say I bought two because I couldn't decide on the colour

but one will be going to a customer in March. It'll be his 5th R35!

Lots to do but the Gearbox will be out next week and will be stripped and compared to an older one we already have. Will take lots of pictures

Glenn for Dodson Motorsport is flying over to have a look and give us more GR6 training. We also have the engineers that have just designed the new McLaren and Lambo DCT gearboxes coming over as well

We will also be completeing our Re-valved suspension testing as we'll have 3 different specs to try back to back which should be interesting.

Turbos will be sent off and documented to see if they really are different.

excellent; look forward to your results

David.Yu · 11th February 2011, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Litchfield

David, I'd love to say I bought two because I couldn't decide on the colour

but one will be going to a customer in March. It'll be his 5th R35!

Lots to do but the Gearbox will be out next week and will be stripped and compared to an older one we already have. Will take lots of pictures

Glenn for Dodson Motorsport is flying over to have a look and give us more GR6 training. We also have the engineers that have just designed the new McLaren and Lambo DCT gearboxes coming over as well

We will also be completeing our Re-valved suspension testing as we'll have 3 different specs to try back to back which should be interesting.

Turbos will be sent off and documented to see if they really are different.

Wow, a proper research project, fantastic!
Don't suppose you're stripping the engine to see if they've fitted better rods?

11th February 2011, 02:52 PM	#1 (permalink)
Litchfield Litchfield is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tewkesbury Cars owned: R35 GTR Posts: 588	Litchfield's 2011 GTRs have arrived! They are finally here! We had the first R35 in the UK so it seemed the right move to get one of the first new “Enhanced” 2011 GTRs I’m really pleased with the colours which look great in person, my first R35 was Black and the new pearl black is superb! I was unsure about the Blue when I put the order in but I’m really pleased with the choice, pictures don’t do it justice and it appears to change complete as the light moves. Of course, with pristine new cars we want to keep the paint in perfect condition, I had a good chat with Robbie (Valet Magic) about paint protection and wrapping options so it’ll be interesting to see what it looks like in a few weeks time. First driving impressions are that the Nissan have made an effort to lift the interior quality, it feels much better with darker finish and carbon fibre. However as soon as you pull away you notice just how much better the revised suspension is! Comfort mode is much improved and is now very smooth. Engine power delivery is excellent and I look forward to seeing what software and hardware changes have been made. Ecutek already have the ECU information to work on Over the next couple of weeks we have a raft of testing work to do with the new car and we’re going to post a complete breakdown of the changes on the new car on our Blog and revised website Once underway I’ll start a new thread with lots of detailed information. We plan to remove the engine, turbos and gearbox to see just what has been “enhanced” and insure our current range of parts will fit. In the meantime if anyone would like to see the cars in flesh give us a call as they are available to view. I also want to thank Andy and Tony at Middlehurst for their impeccable service once again. They really are the most informed of all the Nissan HPCs and a pleasure to deal with Much, much more to follow Kind regards Iain __________________ Litchfield Imports Tel: +44 (0)1684 850999 Fax: +44 (0)1684 850700 Mob: +44 (0)7887 622177 Web: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. email: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

11th February 2011, 02:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
Kizzz Kizzz is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 55	Wow looks good Iain, can`t wait to see your results. P.S need to book my service soon Kirun __________________

11th February 2011, 02:58 PM	#3 (permalink)
Bajie Bajie is as Bajie does ... Executive GTR Owners Club Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: RWCE Cars owned: 2.2TDCi ST Posts: 4,751	Stunning! That blue is fantastic. Best pictures I have seen of it so far. __________________ If the milk turns out to be sour, I aint the kind of pussy to drink it! WAR : If I invade Kentucky Fried Chicken, wings will be free in my house! Mondeo TDCi ST To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

11th February 2011, 03:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
JayJay JayJay is modding the GTR GTR Register User Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 773	I want the blue one __________________

11th February 2011, 03:08 PM	#5 (permalink)
ziggy ziggy is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 9	The blue is fantastic, my eyes were blue but are now green! __________________

11th February 2011, 03:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
rb26 rb26 is creating a cunning plan. GTROC Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Lala land. Cars owned: R34 Gtr V-spec Posts: 883	The blue colour is beautiful. It really suits the car Terje. __________________

11th February 2011, 03:34 PM	#7 (permalink)
David.Yu David.Yu is loving Stealth Zilla with over 700hp! GTROC Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Surrey, UK Cars owned: R35 GT-R, Volvo XC90 4.4 V8, 190hp Abarth 500 (wife's) Posts: 4,745	Wow, that's an impressively chunky investment in your business Iain! And sourced through the best HPC too, good choice. May I ask why you've bought 2? Is one to sell on in time? __________________

11th February 2011, 03:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
manjit manjit is a member not user GTR Register User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: West London Posts: 283	I think I want one now , cant wait to learn about new developments __________________

11th February 2011, 04:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
thistle thistle is aware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: UK Cars owned: R35 Posts: 1,024	Blue looks really nice in those photos. __________________

11th February 2011, 04:46 PM	#13 (permalink)
Litchfield Litchfield is unaware they can edit their status GTR Register User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tewkesbury Cars owned: R35 GTR Posts: 588	David, I'd love to say I bought two because I couldn't decide on the colour but one will be going to a customer in March. It'll be his 5th R35! Lots to do but the Gearbox will be out next week and will be stripped and compared to an older one we already have. Will take lots of pictures Glenn for Dodson Motorsport is flying over to have a look and give us more GR6 training. We also have the engineers that have just designed the new McLaren and Lambo DCT gearboxes coming over as well We will also be completeing our Re-valved suspension testing as we'll have 3 different specs to try back to back which should be interesting. Turbos will be sent off and documented to see if they really are different. __________________ Litchfield Imports Tel: +44 (0)1684 850999 Fax: +44 (0)1684 850700 Mob: +44 (0)7887 622177 Web: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. email: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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