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[Features]

GT-R Tech Guide: Exposing the Secrets of the Supercar
With multiple correspondents from Tokyo and Los Angeles, Nissan Sport breaks down the unbelievable technology of the world’s most anticipated new car release in years: the 2009 Nissan GT-R. Page 36

Faithful to a Fault  
Writer Eric Eikenberry explores the magnificent Datsun restorations by Ron Carter. His BRE Datsun 240Z sets the benchmark, with his Datsun 1600 Roadster and Datsun 510 not far behind. Page 44

Little Dragger
When an engineering student got a hold of a B13 Sentra SE-R, there was little to predict it would eventually turn in quarter mile times in the 12s and put out an estimated 450 hp with 400 lb-ft torque. Page 50

[Motorsports] Pg 56

The Titan and Frontier post impressive seasons, a look at Nissan’s performance in The Runoffs, and notable 350Z performances overseas. Notorious Turns visits Buttownwillow. Also the Drift Corner, drift tips, off-road driving advice, driving tips, and more.

[Project Vehicles] Pg 64

2004 Sentra SE-R Spec V: Seats
1989 240SX: Wheels
1991 Z32: Shocks and springs
350Z Tube-Frame: Smoking!
2006 Titan: Wheels and tires
2005 Frontier: Project intro
More: 2003 G35 Sedan, Xterra Off Road, 1973 240Z, 2003 350Z Street, 2006 Pathfinder, 1987 300ZX

[DIY Tech] Pg 76

Product Tests, Reviews & Spotlights: Upgrading your factory Nav system from the source, Unichip product spotlight, Q&A with Bennett Coachworks, more.

How Tos, Tech Tips & Tech Explained: How to safely get 500-700 whp out of your VQ engine, improving gas mileage in your truck, how to get the most out of your stock stereo system, more.

Q&A: Synthetic oil: recommended or not?, choosing between Altima Coupe engines, 300ZX battery question, Maxima with engine misfire codes, Roadster taillight trim, safety “mods,” more.

[Departments]

6 From the Publisher
The announcement of the Datsun Heritage Museum and Nissan Sport’s Preferred Dealership Program, and welcoming our newest sponsors

8 Letters
Iraq welcome, S30 readers gushes and gripes, mudding in Titans, Altima SE-R advice, truck thanks, Mehta memories, Jerry King cartoon, more

12 Ignition
The importance of the Nissan GT-R and how it will influence all Nissan, Infiniti, and Datsun owners.

14 Shifting Gears
SEMA recap (cars, trucks, and models), best new stuff from SEMA, from the archives: 1972 Skyline H/T 2000GT-R, new magazine collections for sale, grey Nissan Sport T-shirt now available, Z31 work of art, Redline, Quick Shifts

22 First Takes
Infiniti: 2008 EX35
Nissan: 2009 Murano, Forum, Pivo 2, Round Box, NV200, Intima

28 Behind the Wheel
Andy Budzar’s 2003 Infiniti G35 Coupe
Doug MacKenzie’s 1981 Datsun 280ZX
Chris Hernandez’s 2004 Nissan Maxima
Kevin Ungstad’s 1990 Nissan Pathfinder

82 The Scene
Event Recaps: Nissan Performance Festival, Florida Sentra meet, NOAS Offroad event, Nissan Sport New Zealand, 2007 International Z Convention, Japanese Classic Car Show. Also: calendar of events, the official website and club partners of the magazine, Sarah’s Web Watch

98 Review Mirror
The Leaping Hare hood ornament of Datsun

On The Cover
2009 GT-R; Photo: Nissan. Drag Sentra; Photo: Giancarlow Pawelec