The blue-and-white sprite...
The blue-and-white sprite returns! Just weeks after Renault revealed it was rejuvenating the Gordini brand, bosses have taken the wraps off the first model to wear the famous colours.
Destined to slot in...
Destined to slot in between future versions of the Z and the powerhouse GT-R, the newcomer will aim to combine the best elements of both its siblings. That means the style and usability of the former, plus the superb grip and handling of the latter.
It will sit on an all-new platform shared between the three models, while the styling will take elements from the Skyline GT-R concept displayed at the 2001 Tokyo Motor Show, and the Infiniti G35 which is sold in the US and Japan.
Power may come from a naturally aspirated version of the large-capacity V8 shown in the Skyline prototype. Although not due until 2008, the car could be the first UK model to wear the Infiniti badge, distinguishing it from regular Nissan products.
Meanwhile Nissan has two new special editions at bargain prices. The Micra URBIS gets air-con, alloys, rear parking sensors, plus interior and exterior enhancements for í‚á£9,350. That"s a saving of í‚á£855. The Almera SX has 16-inch alloys, front and rear spoilers plus front foglamps and a chrome exhaust. It costs í‚á£11,095.