What Is This Mysterious Device in a 1995 Nissan Skyline GTR?

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The mysterious device found in the 1995 Nissan Skyline GTR is speculated to be a specialized lighting system designed to assist drivers in low-light conditions. Forum participants suggest it may utilize a combination of colored lights and polarizing filters to illuminate maps without compromising night vision. The device features a halogen light source, mirrors, and a circuit board with a hex Schmitt inverter, indicating a complex optical system. Despite extensive discussion, the exact purpose remains uncertain, with theories ranging from a heads-up display to a simple lighting kit for aesthetic purposes.

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Welcome to the PF, rajendrajat85. You will not get much help posting a new question at the end of a thread that deals with something completely different. Please start a new thread in this forum, with a title that matches your subject. Something like, "Solar energy vehicles ideas please" or similar. That should get you some good help and ideas.
 
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Well the best answer anyone I know can come up with is that

"It auto tints the windows on both end to deal with glare.

its actually a similar unit that comes in a house."
 
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crxyem said:
Well the best answer anyone I know can come up with is that

Can you provide a source for the quote so that we might investigate it further?