Nissan GT-R Transfer Box Replacement Parts

Yes, every Nissan GT-R (R35 generation, 2009 onwards in the UK) has a transfer box as part of its ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system, which splits torque between the front and rear axles. The transfer box sits between the twin-turbocharged VR38DETT engine and the transaxle gearbox at the rear, so it is a genuine and integral part of this drivetrain. All UK R35 GT-Rs share this four-wheel-drive layout regardless of trim level, so there is no variant of this model that was sold without one.

The Nissan GT-R R35 received updates throughout its production run, including revisions around 2011-2012 and again later in the decade, and ancillary mounting or internal specification changes to drivetrain components across these updates mean you should not assume a straight swap. All R35 GT-Rs use the VR38DETT engine code, which is a useful starting point, but confirm the exact build date and any part number differences with the breaker against your registration before buying. Quoting your registration or VIN to the breaker is the safest way to establish whether a specific unit is compatible.

Trim level does not affect the transfer box specification on the GT-R; the drivetrain hardware is the same whether the car is a standard, Premium, Black Edition, or Track Edition model. Trim differences on the GT-R relate to interior finish, Brembo brake specification, and suspension tuning rather than the transfer box itself, so a unit from any trim can potentially be a donor. That said, always confirm the exact part number with the breaker against your registration, as production-year changes matter far more than badge level.

The 2017 model year brought notable updates to the GT-R, and across a gap of eight or more model years there is a real possibility of internal or mounting specification changes to the transfer box even though all cars use the VR38DETT engine code. Naming the generation boundary here is straightforward - the R35 is one continuous generation from 2009, but Nissan updated it significantly in 2011, 2014, and 2017 - so crossing those boundaries should be treated with caution. Route this question to the breaker with both registration numbers so they can compare part numbers before you commit.

The most important details are your engine code (VR38DETT on all R35 GT-Rs, but confirm on your V5 or via a VIN check), your exact model year, and your vehicle registration so the breaker can cross-reference the correct part number. Because the GT-R's transfer box is electronically managed as part of the ATTESA E-TS system, you should also ask the breaker about any ECU pairing or coding requirements before purchase, as this is something to confirm with them and your fitting garage rather than assume. Giving the breaker your registration is the single most reliable way to avoid buying a unit that does not match your build specification.