Wacky Vanity Plate on Nissan GT-R Sparks Online Laughter: 'I8TOKYO'

Kaylee Everhart

Updated Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

The world of vanity plates is often a treasure trove of creativity and humor, and this latest find certainly does not disappoint. Spotted on the rear of a blue Nissan GT-R, this license plate is causing quite a stir online. The plate reads "I8TOKYO," a clever nod that has left many in stitches.

For those scratching their heads, the GT-R is often referred to as "Godzilla" due to its monstrous performance and Japanese origins. One Reddit user humorously remarked, "Oh no, they say, he's got to go…" echoing the famous Blue Öyster Cult lyrics. Another user quipped, "He ate Tokyo!!!," further driving home the playful Godzilla reference.

Car enthusiasts chimed in, noting the GT-R's model and legality. "FYI the R34 (1998, some 1999) is legal for import now," one comment read, while another user was surprised by the car's modern appearance, "Surprisingly modern-looking R32..."

The humor didn't stop there. "Gojira!" exclaimed one commenter, using the original Japanese name for Godzilla. Another user shared a light-hearted observation, "I thought that was a heck of a diffuser going on there, until I realized it's your climate vents 😅."

The Nissan GT-R, with its iconic round taillights and wide rear end, is already a head-turner, but this particular vehicle has taken it to the next level. The setting of the photo—a suburban street with an overcast sky and wet roadway—adds a touch of everyday realism to this extraordinary sight.

Online reactions ranged from snorts of laughter to outright admiration. "Snorted. That's pretty good!" one user confessed. Another declared, "Best vanity plate I have ever seen!!! Love it!!"

The playful nature of the plate even inspired some users to get creative with their interpretations. "I 8(Ate) T(Tea). OK(okay?), Yo!" and "I ate ok. Yo?" showcased the whimsical side of the internet community.

This Nissan GT-R's "I8TOKYO" plate has certainly left a mark, proving that a little humor can go a long way in making the mundane memorable. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just someone who appreciates a good joke, this wacky vanity plate is sure to bring a smile to your face.

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Top Comments from Reddit

djp2313

For those that don't get it, the gtr is commonly referred to as godzilla.

Noreaster0

Oh no, they say, he’s got to go…

False_Leadership_479

Maybe they didn't enjoy Tokyo drift

Synapse7777

FYI the R34 (1998, some 1999) is legal for import now.

ameer_milk9149

He ate Tokyo!!!

Gradicus

Gojira!

A_Wild_VelociFaptor

Surprisingly modern-looking R32...

Kittelsen

I thought that was a heck of a diffuser going on there, until I realized it's your climate vents 😅

TossPowerTrap

Oh No!

EffingBarbas

Snorted. That's pretty good!

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