The results of Nissan’s 10-day auction are in: the Bolt Gold Nissan GT-R has been sold for $187,100, or about $85,000 more than a regular GT-R. Along with the golden GT-R signed by Bolt, a little over $6000 worth of Bolt merchandise (racing helmets, special driving suits and boots) was sold, all benefiting the Usain Bolt Foundation.
Bolt Gold Nissan GT R and Usain Bolt 300x187 imageThe winning bid for the Bolt Gold Nissan GT-R was placed by an enthusiast in Australia, who appreciated the brightly colored supercar’s connection to Bolt, saying, “The fact that this gold GT-R also celebrates the incredible achievements of the great Usain Bolt makes it something very special indeed.”
The $193,191 raised overall will help increase educational and cultural opportunities for children and young people in Jamaica. Meanwhile, one lucky Australian can enjoy a unique GT-R — well, perhaps unique until Nissan prepares a limited-edition model with input from Bolt.
For the 2014 model year, the Nissan GT-R has been updated again, this time with minor changes to the engine and chassis, and a new red leather interior will be available. After driving a Japan-spec 2014 Nissan GT-R, we were impressed: “Based on our test laps around Sugo, the revised coupe turns in sharper, is more stable into and out of the corners, has a more compliant ride, and delivers stronger throttle response in the high rev ranges than last year’s version.”
How much would you pay for a one-of-a-kind Bolt Gold Nissan GT-R with proceeds benefiting charity?
