A one-of-a-kind supercar developed in collaboration with the World’s fastest running man! yes you guessed it correct, Usain Bolt, the all new, Nissan GT-R Bolt Gold, had been auctioned recently.
The Nissan GT-R Bolt Gold has been bidden by anonymous Australian enthusiast, whoc has reportedly paid $US187,100 ($177,200) for the supercar. No one is aware of the bidder, but the bid took place during the auction that spanned 10 days and attracted interest from across the globe. The fundraiser event generated around $US193,191 ($182,900) for the six-time Olympic champion sprinter’s charity, the Usain Bolt Foundation, which works to create educational and cultural opportunities for children and young people in Jamaica.
“This donation will help many kids get access to better facilities, play areas and educational materials in Jamaica,” he said. “I am delighted to be working with Nissan to do this.”
“The Nissan GT-R just gets better and better and more refined each year, and the fact that this gold GT-R also celebrates the incredible achievements of the great Usain Bolt makes it something very special indeed.” Nissan officials stated.
“In doing good with this donation to the Usain Bolt Foundation, Nissan will help children in Jamaica do better as they strive to realize their dreams for the future,” commented Nissan’s Chief Operating Officer, Toshiyuki Shiga.
In addition to the Gold GT-R, Nissan also auctioned off various other items – including racing helmets, special driving suits and boots – for the Usain Bolt Foundation. Along with the bespoke gold paintwork, the GT-R Bolt Gold is embossed with the sprinter’s signature and features unique interior fittings finished in real gold.
More details about the car and its owner, will be known when it is delivered in 2013. So stay tuned for all the recent updates.
