mr-roadrunner Posted February 14, 2009 Share Posted February 14, 2009 This video was posted on you tube at the request of the passenger....Lapping the famous Nurburgring in germany in my Skyline GTR34 which is running 480hp(but is capable of over 600hp.) But i'm not that established with the ring yet... The passenger poor John form up North asked for a lap while under the influence of a few beers the night before. He came to be fondly known as the "claw" as you will see that at time John or "Claw" is a little stressed at times. This was given away by the guttural noises and involuntary lifting of his right arm in the shape of a claw. Listen out for his wails particularly during the pass on the GT2. This is a sub 8 min car in 480hp mode. And my 30th lap. But due to a few yellow flags and traffic the lap suffered.. And before any one says bad overtake. BAD! But justified and as the rule of thumb says anything coming up behind you in your mirror on the track that was not there before is faster than you. And you should let it over take. And it wasn't going to move as he'd been there the day before with the same attitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nixy Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 awesome driving! Quote of the day: "its the fast bits that scare me!" What did he expect? Makes you realise how vulnerable the bikes are though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 Hi Andy and Awsome vid, im going to the ring in May and though i do not expect to drive like you it highlights pertinent issues and also what can be achieved. i will do my home work and aim to have good fun BTW do you also own a zed. some pics will be nie either way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren-B Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 Some ace drivingB) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 great video and stunning driving to the club, what brings you here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 15, 2009 Author Share Posted February 15, 2009 Thanks for the comments.. I've owed a few 350z's but not at the moment but still enjoy a drive in them when i get chance... And as Some of my friends take them to the ring thought i'd share this video on here.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M13KYF Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 the beast in question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 15, 2009 Author Share Posted February 15, 2009 Yes the beast.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuck Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 good video and excellent driving Nice looking car too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maz77 Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 please tell me you gave that GT2 the finger as you passed it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greekman Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 At 8.20 min of the video where the red car is on the right... this is where i crashed my maserati.... Deadly corner... Great driving m8....and a very nice day for the ring.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick43 Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 awesome - top drving - respect (shame one porker drivers pride let his driving skill (compared to yours) stop him from moving over sooner). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1 HNK Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 Hi mate, I know that car, RC developments in warrington! Used to see you around Knutsford alot and i'm sure i saw an R35 with your plate on a few weeks ago? Didnt you have some comment on the numberplates of that R34 about Ferarris :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 16, 2009 Author Share Posted February 16, 2009 yes that would be this one.. And the number plate reads - 2.6 litre ferrari eater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1 HNK Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 its a daft question but, you enjoying your R35? Whats the performance like compared with the tuned R34? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 16, 2009 Author Share Posted February 16, 2009 IF you go onwww.gtr.co.uk Goto r35 chit chat look for -LOST IT'S X-FACTOR And theres all the comments on there that i,ve wrote.. starting with with this....... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Can i start by saying the new GTR is an awesome and very special car in everyway.. But it's lost that special X-factor.. After driving the new GTR i can honestly say it's completely different than the previous three generations/models.. I was left disappointed as to the on the limit handling of the new GTR. Anybody how has come to love the previous gtr for it's amazing ability to come alive in your hands when most cars fall off the scale may not find the new car to do this.. The thing i most loved with models previous was the car let you do the driving and the electronics did'nt involve themselves in a way to spoil this. But not with the new GTR even with the traction control off the electronics hinder the ability for the car to be pushed or come alive.. .That X-factor has gone and .it's ability to be a drivers car gone with it . I am sure the extra weight it's put on won't help either which when pushed is there to see.. I know you can't have it all in a car so if it is the case that the new GTR is heading for the bigger fatter GT market. Thus lots more electronics and sound proofing etc making it easier to drive for some people especially on long distances. Then fair enough but that speciel rawness has gone with it too.. In a nut shell the new GTR is a car for the play station generation.. Gutted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
givememorepower Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 That car of yours is like a fcu king motor bike. Nice. Think I'm of on pistonheads now to search for one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maz77 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 IF you go onwww.gtr.co.uk Goto r35 chit chat look for -LOST IT'S X-FACTOR And theres all the comments on there that i,ve wrote.. starting with with this....... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Can i start by saying the new GTR is an awesome and very special car in everyway.. But it's lost that special X-factor.. After driving the new GTR i can honestly say it's completely different than the previous three generations/models.. I was left disappointed as to the on the limit handling of the new GTR. Anybody how has come to love the previous gtr for it's amazing ability to come alive in your hands when most cars fall off the scale may not find the new car to do this.. The thing i most loved with models previous was the car let you do the driving and the electronics did'nt involve themselves in a way to spoil this. But not with the new GTR even with the traction control off the electronics hinder the ability for the car to be pushed or come alive.. .That X-factor has gone and .it's ability to be a drivers car gone with it . I am sure the extra weight it's put on won't help either which when pushed is there to see.. I know you can't have it all in a car so if it is the case that the new GTR is heading for the bigger fatter GT market. Thus lots more electronics and sound proofing etc making it easier to drive for some people especially on long distances. Then fair enough but that speciel rawness has gone with it too.. In a nut shell the new GTR is a car for the play station generation.. Gutted! i have the same worry about the new 370Z. i will be gutted if its heading the same way as the GTR. i always thought of the current 350Z as the GTR without the electronic wonders. a car with excellent steering, the best chassis i know of and a sexy body. i hope the new 370Z doesn't end up following in the foot steps of the R35. because if it doesn't i think it has the chance of being the KING OF ALL GT's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 i think it has the chance of being the KING OF ALL GT's. A very bold claim when you consider what other cars are claased as GTs. Maybe the best GT under £40k or even 50k but best of all????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maz77 Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 i think it has the chance of being the KING OF ALL GT's. A very bold claim when you consider what other cars are claased as GTs. Maybe the best GT under £40k or even 50k but best of all????? your right stew. lets say in terms of value for money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stew Posted February 17, 2009 Share Posted February 17, 2009 i think it has the chance of being the KING OF ALL GT's. A very bold claim when you consider what other cars are claased as GTs. Maybe the best GT under £40k or even 50k but best of all????? your right stew. lets say in terms of value for money. I think the 350Z fits that bill just now and I hope the 370Z continues in the same way. Oh and I don't think anyone will argue that the Zed is great value for money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 17, 2009 Author Share Posted February 17, 2009 i think it has the chance of being the KING OF ALL GT's. A very bold claim when you consider what other cars are claased as GTs. Maybe the best GT under £40k or even 50k but best of all????? your right stew. lets say in terms of value for money. But value for money was not the point.. It's value for money all day long and It's an amazing car .. But If you read the whole thread on the gtr.co.uk R35 chit chat Goto lost it's x factor.. Because that's what it's lost it's x factor to be a drivers car (RAW )instead it's a very fast audi TT... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 I see Clarkson was spot on then from what you've said. Excellent driving mate and wicked video. I'd love to go for a spin on the Nurburgring one day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr-roadrunner Posted February 21, 2009 Author Share Posted February 21, 2009 Whats stopping you = Ferry from £70 return (Per car Upto 5 people) Rooms from £30 a night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Posted February 27, 2009 Share Posted February 27, 2009 So what, the use of the Nurburgring is free?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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