2016 SuperGT ThreadTouring Cars

[GTRacer22]

From Wako's corporate website.

 

[Bo]

Interesting to see Caldarelli shuffled to LeMans in place of Cassidy, I always thought he performed exceptionally at TOM'S so seeing how he gels with a new team is going to be a point of interest for the first few rounds.

 

[trustjab]

Looking good

 

[Bo]

 

[Niku Driver HC]

The subtle use of purple throughout the car is definitely a plus in Wako's livery, I can certainly approve that. Even with that trademark Lexus "gaping mouth" grille, it's looks nice.

 

[GTFan24]

Le bump.

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No more petronas then? Also that wakos car looks BEAUTIFUL!!

 

[Bo]

No more petronas then? Also that wakos car looks BEAUTIFUL!!

It's hard to say, they could just be late on a deal, but there are persistent rumours circulating about them losing Petronas.

 

[CodeRedR51]

The subtle use of pink throughout the car is definitely a plus in Wako's livery, I can certainly approve that. Even with that trademark Lexus "gaping mouth" grille, it's looks nice.

Fixed.

 

[Panoz]

It's hard to say, they could just be late on a deal, but there are persistent rumours circulating about them losing Petronas.

Given the low price of oil at the moment and the oil companies tighten their spending, the rumor could very well be true.

 

[SagarisGTB]

Yeah, it's not surprising that both Eneos and Petronas are/could be cutting back on sponsorship under current oil prices.

#6, #37 and #38 all have strong driver pairings, I could see any of the three challenging for the title. Perhaps the Denso #39 could be a dark horse if Heikki comes good.

 

[trustjab]

Heikki was often faster than his teammate last year.

 

[GTRacer22]

 

[GTFan24]

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Anime cars are always the most gorgeous race cars in super gt

 

[catamount39]

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I want them to win every race.

 

[05XR8]

The AMG is a better Z4.

Will the M6 be in GT300?

 

[Niku Driver HC]

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Miku + AMG + GT + Super GT = a combination which you can only love 100% or hate 100%. Say what you want about itasha cars in FIA-level competitions, but Goodsmile Racing still manages to make them good-looking and unique for each given season.

The bigger question is this; will the AMG GT still provide Goodsmile Racing with a reliable and fast choice for GT300 racing?

 

[Bo]

With most teams getting a new car, does that mean S-Tai and Super Car Race will see significantly boosted grids? It's something to consider. I can't see anywhere else the cars could go.

 

[Hetare21]

http://as-web.jp/news/info.php?c_id=2&no=70919

Pacific Racing has made a partnership with Gulf Racing Japan, so no more LoveLive! -School Idol Project- livery.

EDIT: They are going to use 991 Porsche GT3 R.

 

[Niku Driver HC]

R.I.P Based Mclaren 201?-2016; you tried, but you couldn't quite reach Nurburgring Manta levels of car related banter and meme materials. Forever in our hearts...

Ok, now that's over, I can certainly welcome a Gulf Porsche to GT300, hopefully it will come with added competitive prowess compared to previous seasons. Pacific needs to recover from a shockingly bad 2015 season if the team wishes to remain relevant.

 

[Suzumiya]

It's likely that they'll use the 997.

 

[Bo]

The 997 should fair a little better. I think the revitalised driver lineup is going to be their biggest boost.

 

[Heldenzeit]

As much as I adore the Love Live cars, and even own some of the merchandise, the Gulf cars will look and probably perform much better.

 

[k12power]

Any news about 2016 spec gtr gt500???

 

[MCNAGTROC]

im interested in that as well. the road car is getting a big facelift for this year and curious if the Super GT cars gets any of those queues for branding

 

[Hetare21]

http://as-web.jp/news/info.php?c_id=2&no=70859

Juichi Wakisaka has declared his retirement as a SuperGT racing driver, and he will be the manager of Team LeMans.

 

[Strittan]

Wikipedia confuses me. What engines are in GT500 nowadays? N/A V8's or turbo 4's?

 

[GTRacer22]

Wikipedia confuses me. What engines are in GT500 nowadays? N/A V8's or turbo 4's?

They're turbo 4 cylinders.

 

[Strittan]

They're turbo 4 cylinders.

Mkay, thanks.

Motorsport is dying, slowly but surely...

 

[mustafur]

Mkay, thanks.

Motorsport is dying, slowly but surely...

Tbh the 4 Cylinder Turbos are significantly better they have much more power, and they are loud.

 

[catamount39]

Tbh the 4 Cylinder Turbos are significantly better they have much more power, and they are loud.

There are good turbos, and there are bad turbos...and I agree these are the good kind.