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Gran Turismo 7 update 1.48 features 5 new cars, Café Menu, and World Circuit Events

Gran Turismo players! This month’s update brings back some classic GT legends including the Honda NSX GT500 and the ’87 Nissan Skyline GTS-R.

Update 1.48* for Gran Turismo 7 will be available starting Wednesday, May 29 at 11:00pm PST / May 30 at 7:00am BST / 3:00pm JST time.

Gran Turismo 7 update 1.48 features 5 new cars, Café Menu and World Circuit Event

5 new vehicles added this month

Honda Civic SiR･II (EG) ’93
(Can be purchased from Used Cars)

The premium 5th generation Civic balances speed with comfort.

The Civic, now VTEC-powered and much faster, passed the baton to the 5th generation model in September 1991. The body was available as a 3-door hatchback, a new 4-door saloon named “Ferio” and a 5-door Shuttle. The car’s slogan calls it the “Sport Civic”. The variety of engines increased due to the further development of the VTEC system. Base models are equipped with carbureted 1.3 L and 1.5 L engines, topped off with an easy-to-drive 1.5 L SOHC VTEC engine and a fuel-efficient 1.5 L VTEC-E engine. more material.

At the top of the line is the SiR model, featuring a high-performance 1.6 L DOHC VTEC engine. All vehicles use Honda’s new standard double wishbone suspension system. The SiR model, once the representative face of the “Sport Civic”, has 9.9 BHP more power than the previous generation, reaching 167.7 BHP. In addition, for the suspension system, the spring rate, number of suspension strokes, etc. have been revised and set in a more sporty direction. Like previous models, the SiR aims for lower weight through simple equipment, while the SiR･II is full of comfort amenities such as automatic air conditioning, electric windows and a genuine leather steering wheel. .

Honda NSX GT500’00
(Can be purchased from Legendary Vehicles)

A new design with a lower center of gravity was the key to victory for this JGTC champion.

In the 2000 All-Japan Grand Touring Car Championship (JGTC), the big three automakers Honda, Toyota and Nissan engaged in an unprecedented battle for the GT500 class title. The NSX development team decided on major changes for the 2000 model, even going so far as to reposition the transversely mounted engine. Mounting the V-engine in a transverse layout shortened the car’s length, but the layout caused problems in routing the exhaust pipes coming from the two cylinder banks. Previously, the NSX’s exhaust pipes ran under the engine, but the development team decided to move them to the sides and lower the engine. However, in this configuration, the transmission is mounted on the side of the engine, which gets in the way. To create space for the exhaust, the team began redesigning the gearbox to be smaller. The result is a completely custom-designed transmission that uses the car’s formula gears, which are thinner and more compact than conventional gears.

Five NSX teams were entered for the 2000 season. Among them, the Castrol Mugen NSX team, along with the Takata Dome NSX, took on the role of advanced development “works cars” within the NSX camp. Takata Dome NSX showed overwhelming performance and won. However, a special weight handicap in the JGTC rules caused the team to miss out on the championship title. In its shadow emerged the Castrol Mugen NSX, delivering one solid run after another. It was piloted by Ryo Michigami and Osamu Nakako, with Nakako being replaced by Hidetoshi Mitsusada halfway through the season. The Castrol Mugen NSX team deftly handled the weight handicaps to finish in 1st place and claim glory as series champions.

Nissan Skyline GTS-R (R31) ’87
(Can be purchased from Used Cars)

An unexpected monster machine born from the elegant lines of the 7th generation. Skyline.

While retaining the sporty appeal of the previous generation R30, the 7th generation R31 Skyline marked a change in direction for the model when it was launched in August 1985. In the automotive landscape In Japan at that time, this trend was growing more and more. in terms of both sales and general popularity of luxuriously equipped ‘high society cars’, usually 4 or 2 door models. In response to this cultural boom, Skyline was repositioned as a luxury pub. At launch, the new model had a somewhat more modest lineup, including a four-door hardtop, a sedan and an Estate. Fans would have to wait until May 1986 to get their hands on the anticipated 2-door coupe.

However, the real appeal of the 7th generation will appear much later. This is the GTS-R, launched in August 1987 in a limited run of just 800 units. The GTS-R was developed to reclaim the Group A racing title and is a very sporty car. The engine is based on the RB20DET DOHC inline-6 turbo featured in the GTS, which produces 177.5 BHP and 23.0 kgfm of torque. The GTS-R version is supplemented with a stainless steel exhaust and T04E turbocharger, reaching a capacity of 207.1 BHP and torque of 25.0 kgfm. This is a very special engine, named RB20DET-R.

The suspension and exterior were also revised. While the normal GTS-X has a front spoiler that automatically deploys according to vehicle speed, the GTS-R instead uses a fixed spoiler, and the rear spoiler has also been upgraded to a larger size. Additionally, the car comes in an exclusive ‘Dark Blue’ body color.

Volvo 240 SE Estate ’93
(Can be purchased from Used Cars)

A historic model that taught the whole world to love scooters.

When people think of Volvo, they think of cars. And when they think of cars, they think of Volvo. That was the automotive scene for quite some time until the worldwide SUV boom began to gain momentum in the late 1980s. One car that reinforced this maxim was the 240 Estate.

The 240 series itself debuted in 1974, consisting of the 4-door ‘244’ sedan, 2-door ‘242’ wagon and 5-door ‘245’. The third digit of the model number represents the number of doors. It was not until 1983 that all these models were merged into a single ‘240’ model. Additionally, when the car first debuted it had round headlights, the iconic square lights were introduced later in 1979. The 240 retained most of its original styling throughout its production run. until 1993, although its safety features were continually updated with additions such as airbags. and ABS is standard equipment. Even in an era where sedans dominated sales figures, more than a third of total production was made up of wagon models, proving just how popular the Estate was in the 240 range. Most notable about the 240 Estate is its styling, which appears square no matter what angle the car is viewed from. It has long overhangs at the front to incorporate crash areas, and at the rear there are also long overhangs that facilitate both impact absorption and extra luggage space. This results in the car’s characteristic long, thin shape.

Volvo V40 T5 R-Design ’13
*Can be purchased from Brand Central

Volvo is successful globally as a saloon, estate car and coupe.

The V40 was launched at the 2012 Geneva show as a 5-door C-segment hatchback. Although positioned as Volvo’s entry-level model, the V40 will actually play a huge role in Volvo’s portfolio as it role as a combined replacement for three different car models: the regular S40, the V50 family car and the sporty C30 3. -hatchback door. To create a car that could offer the comfort of a sedan, the utility of a luxury car and the youthful, sporty look of a coupe, the car was developed completely from the ground up. Although the basic architecture uses a common platform with Ford vehicles, the styling is innovative and has no trace of Volvo’s conservative image of the past. Combining design cues from the classic P1800 of the 60s and the later 1800ES variant, the car has flowing lines and a soulful shape that could be interpreted as a coupe or an estate . The car has been a hit since its launch, attracting worldwide attention for both its aesthetics and utility, and can comfortably accommodate four adults along with all their luggage. The T5 R-Design is the sportiest model in this product line. Its 210.1 BHP 2L turbocharged inline-5 engine delivers quick acceleration performance, while the sport suspension and 18-inch wheels provide sharp handling and a supple ride. A distinctive front bumper and rear diffuser provide additional aerodynamic performance as well as a bold appearance.