Nissan isn’t giving potential buyers a lot of time to decide on whether they’d want to purchase the SpecV model, Nissan’s recently revised 2011 GT-R supercar. Only 40 examples of the car will be made for Europe, reflecting the 40th anniversary of the launch of the first Nissan to wear the GT-R badge. In the UK, the SpecV has a price tag of £124,900 (based on 17.5% VAT and £405 RFL) which is converted to about €138,000. Nissan will only be accepting orders for the GT-R SpecV at Nissan High Performance Centres (NHPCs) across Europe until January 22, 2010, so there’s really no time to lose.
The SpecV model has a number of features worth mentioning. First, the car has various lightweight carbon-fiber parts, no rear seats, revised springs and fixed-rate dampers, carbon ceramic brake system from Brembo, a titanium exhaust system, bespoke Recaro carbon fiber bucket front seats and 20-inch Ray alloys with extra grippy tires.
The maximum horsepower output is unchanged but the engine’s performance is enhanced with a new high gear boost control device, which briefly increases boost of the twin turbochargers for greater torque in the intermediate-to-high speed ranges. The upgrades to the SpecV resulted to a weight saving of 60kg or 132 lbs over the standard GT-R.
Wolkswagen has added a new trim level to its Passat range called Highline Plus that has been loaded with numerous amazing features. As made obvious by its name, the Highline Plus builds on the current Highline model and is easily distinguishable by the chrome grille surround.
Czech carmaker Skoda this week started building the 2010 Superb Combi at the Kvasiny production plant. Priced at CZK 589,900 (about US$34,600), the new mid-size station wagon is also referred to as Estate in some markets. The Superb Combi measures 4,838 mm long, 1,817 wide and 1,510 high. 
For those who liked the brand new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG we have a big announcement: the new sports car from the German manufacturer will be available to order from Monday, 16 November 2009. The sales price will be 149,000 euros net and 177,310 euros gross (including 19% VAT). “Following a high-profile world premiere at the IAA, we are very excited about the SLS AMG’s commercial release on Monday.
A lot is hanging on how the Kizashi mid-sized sedan from American Suzuki Motor Corp. will be received in the US. Recently, Suzuki has released its pricing details. A model with front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission is priced from $19,734, including shipping. 
The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE China has been auctioned and has sold for 1.2 million Euros to an anonymous person from Shanghai . The auction for the unique Ferrari 599 China was announced at the beginning of October. The venue for the auction, which was organized by the Prancing Horse, was the Red Gate Gallery in Beijing. The Ferrari 599 China was decorated by Lu Hao, a Chinese artist, who was inspired by the traditional Song Dynasty Ge Kiln pottery patterns. The funds raised by this auction will be received by outstanding students and young teachers of Tsinghua University ’s Department of Automotive Engineering to study at Italy ’s Politecnico di Milano University and internship at Ferrari’s headquarters.
According to more than a quarter of a million readers, “Bild am Sonntag”, “Auto Bild” and 25 associated European publications awarded the new 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing is the world’s best super sports and received the “Golden Steering Wheel” – one of the most important automotive awards in Europe. 
Porsche AG introduced today the new Porsche Boxster Spyder, a new top version of the mid-engined roadster which will be officially revealed in December, at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show. 
The Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T R-Spec is arriving at dealerships across the US, bearing a price of $23,750. The first production R-Spec model to arrive in the US made its world debut at the Hyundai booth at this year’s SEMA Auto Show. The core performance equipment of the R-Spec is taken from the 2.0T Track model. This includes Track-tuned suspension, 19-inch gunmetal-finish alloy wheels with performance Summer tires, Brembo braking system and Torsen limited-slip differential. In addition, the R-Spec eliminates non-essential convenience equipment to reduce both cost and weight. R-Spec’s installation of front strut camber adjustment bolts to further enhance initial turn-in and handling response is considered a huge nod at tuners.
After we saw the Corvette Grand Sport with Heritage Package, GM introduced today at this year’s SEMA Show a 1955 Chevy powered by the innovative, new E-ROD crate engine package. 
A more capable Raptor should be expected in the 2011 FR Raptor XT, which will soon be offered by Ford Racing. Furthermore, Ford Racing assures everyone though that the vehicle will continue to have the control and comfort in the production Raptor. 
During the MPH Show that features Top Gear Live at London’s Earls Court from Nov. 5 to 8, we’re willing to bet that the world’s most expensive Bugatti Veyron will be a star attraction. It even comes complete with an F1 number plate, the most expensive number plate sold in the UK. Owner Afzal Kahn says that even with an exorbitant price, it will still sell. He’s actually suggesting that the soft white 253mph supercar will be perfect for newly crowned Formula One champion Jenson Button. This car is capable of accelerating to 100mph in 5.5 seconds. Nonetheless, this 1,010 BHP Bugatti Veyron won’t be the only outrageously expensive car to appear on the MPH Show. So far, we know that the ultra rare GTbyCITROËN, worth over £1 million, is scheduled to appear at the show alongside fire-breathing examples from Pagani and Koenigsegg. There are rumors that the Ferrari FXX, Lamborghini GT600 and Pagani Zonda R will be appearing as well.
If you’re both a customer of American Airlines and Lexus, the companies are giving you a treat by offering free Wi-Fi on select flights. The Gogo Inflight Internet service is a fee based service that is now available on all Boeing 767-200 flights, select MD80’s, and coming soon to the Boeing 737 fleet. 
