The Nissan GT-R is the attainable dream car for many enthusiasts, including Maryland's John Gomes. After finally getting hold of his dream car, Gomes knew he wanted to do something different. A little bit of research, searching and building the right partnerships landed him the first Skipper carbon widebody kit for the GT-R in the United States. Being a GT-R, it wasn't complete with just aesthetics. Gomes also had the power upped considerably, making his iteration of Godzilla one to be reckoned with.
Owner: John Gomes
Location: Riverdale, Maryland, USA
Vehicle: 2013 Nissan GT-R
Horsepower: 1000 whp
Club: APAC/Wolfpack
SOCIAL:
Facebook: John Gomes
Photography by SoTrendy, Jay Chavez Photography, KP Photography, George Barnick, Joe Alonzo.
ENGINE & PERFORMANCE:
Built motor
HKS GT1000 turbo kit
EXHAUST:
Zury Fabrications custom 4" aluminum exhaust
PERFORMANCE ELECTRONICS:
EcuTek Phase 5 tune
DRIVELINE:
Sheps 1K 6-speed transmission
WHEELS & TIRES:
3-piece Racing Corse Werks wheels
Toyo R888 tires
CHASSIS & SUSPENSION:
PB Racing coilovers with swift springs
BRAKES:
Brembo BBK
EXTERIOR:
Skipper carbon fiber widebody kit
INTERIOR:
Titan roll cage
Takata harness
AUDIO & MULTIMEDIA:
N/A
COMPETITON EVENTS, CLASSES & AWARDS:
OC Car Show: Best Import
DC Armory: Best in Show
FAVORITE MODIFICATION:
Skipper widebody kit and turbo kit
FUTURE MODIFICATIONS:
Full interior with Recaro racing seats
SPONSORS:
Toyo Tires
APAC
Corse Werks
Zury Fabrications
Inspired Autosport
Abuffandbeyond
Baker Performance
Meguiars
SHOPS/MECHANICS:
APAC
Baker Performance
Inspired Autosport
Zury Fabrications
