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Old 12-10-2008, 01:15 PM   #1
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Default GT-X vs GT-R

Does anyone know the options or spec differences between these two I have a friend that knows everything (or just about ) the GT-X but doesn't know anything about the GT-R. Was just curious because I was going to be getting new badges for my GT-X and was just thinking about changing it up that's all. Thanks for the help.






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Old 12-10-2008, 02:53 PM   #2
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GT-R was no sunroof, all lightweight stuff open diff and steel wheels I do believe.

Made leightweight from the factory intended to have most parts replaced with aftermarket race pieces i assume.
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A turbo RX-7 with an open diff? This was JDM spec only, right?
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A turbo RX-7 with an open diff? This was JDM spec only, right?
correct. Then again they got no non turbo cars....
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GT-R is closer to an US S4 cosmetically as well from what I believe with no side skirts, etc.
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From what I heard, the GT-R is like a GTU, or an S4 sport, except turbo of course. Manual windows, steering, no rear wiper, etc. Kind of a lightweight, stripped FC.

But I have been wrong many times. Where is RETed when you actually need him :P
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http://www.j-garage.com/mazda/rx-7/1987spec.htm
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Thanks Ganashi that really helped. Where have you been I've seen you pop up randomly on the forum but not in person. We need to meet up sometime.
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Sweet, I was right
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It has nothing to do with which year the FC was made.
The GT-X is basically a higher trim level than a GT-R.
Consider the GT-R as a base model.
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Thanks Ganashi that really helped. Where have you been I've seen you pop up randomly on the forum but not in person. We need to meet up sometime.
Sorry, been trying to find work as it's been impossible around here.

Call me anytime, you have my number. I am always on aim too.

I have been somewhat broke lately lol.
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yeah for sure take it easy man. and good luck with the job search.
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At first, I thought this thread was going to be about the Mazda 323 GTX vs a Nissan GTR comparison. lol
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Lol - I was pretty close. Japan gets all the fun stuff!
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totally random fact #1 my gt-x has no third brake light.
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