Need for Speed Underground FAQ / Walkthrough (PC Version)
Version 1.16
Last Updated: January 1 2004
Written by Wee Tim Boon
E-mail: kimkallstrom19[at]hotmail[dot]com
Note: This FAQ is primarily for the PC version, but should be applicable
to consoles too.
Sidenotes will be included if certain paragraphs or text found in this FAQ
is only applicable for a particular system (e.g. PC or PS2)
The unlimited nitrous cheat for the PS2 is fake.
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Version Updates
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1.16 - 01/01/04 - Added Unlocking Style Rewards section.
- Added Best Times section.
1.15 - 26/12/03 - Added Car Comparison Table (courtesy of -VooDoo-)
1.12 - 20/12/03 - Completed Rewards List for Underground Mode.
1.11 - 17/12/03 - Updates to magazine, Q & A section.
1.10 - 07/12/03 - More updates.
1.09 - 07/12/03 - Added bonus cars section. Minor updates.
1.01 - 01/12/03 - Style rewards added (courtesy of Tim Zamperini).
1.00 - 30/11/03 - Underground Mode section completed.
0.50 - 24/11/03 - Begun work on NFS:U FAQ.
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Table of Contents
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I. Controls
II. Cars
III. Car Comparison Table (courtesy of -VooDoo-)
IV. Bonus Cars
V. Customize Ride
a. Visual
b. Performance
VI. Underground Mode - Walkthrough
VII. Underground Mode - Rewards List
VIII. Style Rewards (courtesy of Tim Zamperini)
IX. Unlocking Style Rewards
X. Magazine Covers
XI. Best Times
XII. EA GAMES(TM) TRAX
XIII. Cheat Codes
XIV. Frequently Asked Questions
a. General
b. Vinyl/Paints/Body Kits
c. Performance Upgrades
d. Rewards/Magazine Covers
e. Trade Ins
f. Profiles
g. Cheats
h. Technical
XV. Contributors/Credits
XVI. Disclaimer
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I. Controls
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(PC) Keyboard Controls
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Following is an easy-to-read chart on keyboard controls for the PC.
It's not necessary to follow recommended settings as everyone has their
own preference.
___________________________ _______________ _______________ _______________
| | | | |
| | Primary | Secondary | Recommended |
|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|
| | | | |
| Steering (left) | Left | Num 4 | Left |
| Steering (right) | Right | Num 6 | Right |
| Throttle | Up | Num 8 | Up |
| Brake/Reverse | Down | Num 5 | Space |
| E-brake * | Right Shift | Shift | Shift |
| Nitrous Boost | Space | N | X |
| Shift Up | Ins | A | A |
| Shift Down | Del | Z | Z |
| Look back | B | Right Ctrl | B |
| Camera Change | C | Enter | C |
| Reset car | R | Home | R |
| Pause Game | Esc | P | Esc |
|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|
* E-brake: Emergency brake. The longer this key is held the more pressure
is used for emergency brake hold. To drift you only need to tap this key
and hold the left/right button when you're on a good speed. Also known
as hand brake.
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(PS2) Controls
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Directional Buttons/Left Analog - Steering
Right Analog - Throttle/Brake/Reverse
X - Throttle
Square - Brake/Reverse
Circle - Look Back
Triangle - Change Camera View (Bumper, Far, Near)
R1 - E-Brake
R2 - Shift Up (Manual Transmission only)
L1 - Nitrous Boost
L2 - Shift Down (Manual Transmission only)
[Select] - Reset Car
[Start] - Pause/Menu
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(PS2) Menu Controls
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Directional Buttons (Up/Down) - Highlight Menu Items
Directional Buttons (Left/Right) - Cycle Choices/Move Sliders
X Button - Select/Go to Next Screen
Triangle Button - Return to Previous Screen
Circle Button - Help
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II. Cars
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After completing the introductory challenge, you will be presented with five
cars. The specs provided are comparisons between car models and does not
represent incremental improvements.
Volkswagen GOLF GTI (8000)
Acceleration: 1
Top Speed: 1
Handling: 1
Honda Civic (10000)
Acceleration: 2
Top Speed: 4
Handling: 4
Peugeot 206 (8500)
Acceleration: 4
Top Speed: 2
Handling: 3
Mazda Miata MX-5 (9500)
Acceleration: 4
Top Speed: 3
Handling: 5
Dodge Neon (8500)
Acceleration: 3
Top Speed: 5
Handling: 2
Following is the list of cars available in Underground:
Volkswagen GOLF GTI
Honda Civic
Peugeot 206
Mazda Miata MX-5
Dodge Neon
1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX (unlock in Challenge 58)
2002 Toyota Celica GT-S (unlock in Challenge 41)
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES (unlock in Challenge 4)
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 (unlock in Challenge 8)
2003 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS (unlock in Challenge 22)
2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 (unlock in Challenge 17)
2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V (unlock in Challenge 24)
1992 Nissan 240SX SE (unlock in Challenge 33)
1998 Toyota Supra (unlock in Challenge 64)
2003 Acura RSX Type-S (unlock in Challenge 46)
2000 Acura Integra Type-R (unlock in Challenge 53)
* Nismo Sentra/2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V (Style Reward No. 12)
* VORTEX car/2000 Acura Integra Type-R (Style Reward No. 4)
* Petey Pablo Car/1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX (Style Reward No. 31)
* Mystikal Car/2002 Toyota Celica GT-S (Style Reward No. 40)
* Rob Zombie Car/2003 Nissan 350Z (Style Reward No. 62)
2003 Honda S2000 (unlock in Challenge 69)
2003 Nissan 350Z (unlock in Challenge 75)
1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR (unlock in Challenge 79)
1995 Mazda RX-7 (unlock in Challenge 73)
* not available for Underground mode
Below is a comparison for most of the cars available in Underground:
(This is not an actual in-game data comparison but a table I came
up with at one stage of the game, e.g. all cars have level 2
performance upgrades and compared against each other)
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1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
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Acceleration: 9
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 8
- unlock in Challenge 79
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1992 Nissan 240SX SE
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 33
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2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 8
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 24
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2003 Nissan 350Z
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 75
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2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 17
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2000 Acura Integra Type-R
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 53
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2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 4
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2003 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 8
Handling: 8
- unlock in Challenge 22
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2003 Acura RSX Type-S
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 11
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 46
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2003 Honda S2000
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Acceleration: 6
Top Speed: 11
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 69
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1998 Toyota Supra
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 64
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1995 Mazda RX-7
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 73
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1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 10
Handling: 8
- unlock in Challenge 58
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2002 Toyota Celica GT-S
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 8
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 41
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Peugeot 206
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 8
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Dodge Neon
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
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Mazda Miata MX-5
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 8
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2003 Ford Focus ZX3
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Acceleration: 8
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
- unlock in Challenge 8
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Volkswagen GOLF GTI
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Acceleration: 7
Top Speed: 9
Handling: 7
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III. Car Comparison Table (courtesy of -VooDoo-)
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Straight from -VooDoo-:
I measured the precision stats with a precision ruler (those in the bottom
of the Customize Ride, not those on the performance board) they're 50mm
long on a 15" flat screen, so I just measured them all and compared it with
each other. Because those bars use 100 divisions I could convert the stats
to percentages. This was made because I realised different cars reacted
differently to the upgrades. (e.g. Golf has a low top speed in stock, but
with the Level 3 upgrades it gets a top speed even better than the Dodge)
Legend:
[| CAR NAME: "Car Brand" "Car Model" |]
[| STATS: "Stock Stats" -- "Extreme Performance Stats" |]
___________________________ _______________ _______________ _______________
[| | | | |]
[| CAR NAME | ACCELERATION | TOP SPEED | HANDLING |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Volkswagen Golf GTI | 004 -- 079 | 004 -- 100 | 022 -- 076 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Honda Civic | 006 -- 084 | 013 -- 096 | 031 -- 077 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Peugeot 206 | 008 -- 084 | 011 -- 093 | 027 -- 078 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Mazda Miata MX-5 | 008 -- 087 | 013 -- 093 | 039 -- 081 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Dodge Neon | 007 -- 093 | 016 -- 093 | 025 -- 070 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX | 012 -- 083 | 034 -- 100 | 032 -- 084 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Toyota Celica GT-S | 014 -- 085 | 025 -- 090 | 038 -- 074 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Mazda RX-7 | 024 -- 086 | 038 -- 100 | 029 -- 071 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Mitsubishi Lancer ES | 004 -- 095 | 008 -- 096 | 018 -- 072 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Ford Focus ZX3 | 005 -- 087 | 011 -- 093 | 030 -- 075 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS | 008 -- 081 | 020 -- 093 | 026 -- 083 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Hyundai Tiburon GT V6 | 009 -- 083 | 020 -- 095 | 024 -- 073 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V | 010 -- 085 | 025 -- 087 | 021 -- 068 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Nissan 240SX SE | 010 -- 085 | 016 -- 093 | 024 -- 077 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Toyota Supra | 011 -- 084 | 037 -- 100 | 018 -- 075 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Acura RSX Type-S | 012 -- 082 | 032 -- 096 | 026 -- 070 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Acura Integra Type-R | 014 -- 081 | 008 -- 089 | 031 -- 073 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Nissan 350Z | 016 -- 077 | 034 -- 100 | 017 -- 077 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Honda S2000 | 018 -- 072 | 034 -- 100 | 029 -- 073 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
[| | | | |]
[| Nissan Skyline R34 GTR | 026 -- 091 | 056 -- 100 | 030 -- 083 |]
[|___________________________|_______________|_______________|_______________|]
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IV. Bonus Cars
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Note: Bonus cars are not available in Underground Mode.
Where are the bonus cars? (Nismo Sentra, VORTEX car,
Petey Pablo Car, Mystikal car, Rob Zombie Car)
Bonus cars can only be found in Quick Race. These rides
are not available for Underground Mode. To use them, first select
'Quick Race' from the 'Main Menu', then choose a race type
from the six available. Then scroll thru the selection of cars.
The name of the bonus car will not be displayed, therefore
find the type of car model that the bonus ride belongs to.
(e.g. the Nismo Sentra will only have the text 'Nissan Sentra'
displayed on the top right, don't go looking for Nismo Sentra!)
If you still can't find it, wait for the car to appear in view
(you will hear the roar of an engine). If you look carefully,
the car will not be in one plain color but have a unique vinyl
on it (customization). Else the car selected is not the bonus
car. You will have to scroll through the list to find the other
car (with the same model name). It should be close to the end
of the list if you scroll all the way to the right.
For example, the Nismo Sentra will have the text 'Nissan Sentra'
on the top right of the screen, but if you wait for the car to
appear the text 'Nismo' and some Japanese characters can be seen
on the side of the car.
If you still can't find the bonus car you're looking for,
go through the style rewards list to make sure that you've
unlocked the particular car first. Note: bonus cars are not
available in Underground Mode. I can't stress that enough.
Below is a partial list of bonus cars that can be unlocked:
* Nismo Sentra/2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V (Style Reward No. 12)
* VORTEX car/2000 Acura Integra Type-R (Style Reward No. 4)
* Petey Pablo Car/1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX (Style Reward No. 31)
* Mystikal Car/2002 Toyota Celica GT-S (Style Reward No. 40)
* Rob Zombie Car/2003 Nissan 350Z (Style Reward No. 62)
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V. Customize Ride
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Information on customizations to be found in Underground Mode:
(not complete)
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a. Visual
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Format:
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(Upgrade Name)
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Reputation: (Level 1)/(Level 2)/(Level 3)
Cost (unlock in challenge x): (part's name), ...
Note: You can only unlock one of each Unique Parts
per profile.
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Front Bumper (Body)
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Reputation: +3/+2/?
500: Snyper, Ace
1000 (44): Renegade, Shadow, Strike, Flash
1500 (90): Wolfpack, Spyder, Type V, Vortex,
Crank, Storm, Frenzy, Blast, Rage
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Rear Bumper (Body)
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Reputation: +3/+1/?
500: Snyper, Ace
1000 (49): Renegade, Shadow, Strike, Flash
1500(100): Wolfpack, Spyder, Type V, Vortex,
Crank, Storm, Frenzy, Blast, Rage
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Side Skirts (Body)
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Reputation: +3/?/?
400: Snyper, Ace
800 (39): Renegade, Shadow, Strike, Flash
1200(84): Wolfpack, Spyder, Type V, Vortex,
Crank, Storm, Frenzy, Blast, Rage
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Spoiler
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Reputation: +3/+2/?
300: Flyte, Grifter
600(45): Drag, Switchblade, Touring, Aeromax
900(93): Trivo, Carbon X, Downforce, Aluminum GT,
Boomerang, Hammerhead, Mako, Backdraft, Inferno,
Supernova, Warhawk
Unique(77): Dual GT/Duotek/Katana
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Hood
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Reputation: +2/+2/+2
300: Tri-Slot, Speed
600: Double-V, Mongoose, Twister, Tri-Slot CF
900: Trident, Beast, Formula-Style, Duo Max,
Trident CF, Beast CF, Double-V CF, Mongoose CF,
Twister CF, Duo Max CF, G-Force CF
Unique(15): G-Force/Formula-Style CF/Speed CF
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Roof Scoops
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Reputation: +3/+3
400: Dualslot, Polar
600: Ventrex, Blizzard, Rally, Gills, Offset,
Galeforce, Dually
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Rims
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BBS, Enkei, Konig, Momo, O.Z.,
Racing Hart Wheels, NFSU
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Neon
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Reputation: +1/?/+1
200: Red, Green, Blue, Orange
400(18): Yellow, Aqua, White, Grape, Pink, Lime,
Lavender, Gold
600(62, Neon Pulse): Red, Green, Blue, Orange, Yellow,
Aqua, White, Grape, Pink, Lime, Lavender, Gold
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Headlights
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Reputation: +1
600 (60, Level 3): Eyelids, Voltage, Projector, Lunar
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Taillights
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Reputation: +1
600 (61, Level 3): Crimson, Chrome, Masked, Reaper
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Muffler Tip
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200 (28, Level 2): Backlash, Livia, Ace, Vortex, Frenzy, Blast
300 (54, Level 3): Rumble, Thunderbolt, Rocket, Sonic
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Window Tinting
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100 (Light x Tint): Black, Green
200 (29, Medium x Tint): Black, Green, Blue, Red
300 (56, Dark x Tint): Black, Green, Blue, Red, Yellow,
Aqua, Grape, Orange, Pink, Lime, Lavender, Gold
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b. Performance
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Engine/Exhaust Package
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Increase Acceleration
Street Performance (500, unlock in Challenge 6)
Kit Contents:
Cold Air Intake System
Cat-Back Exhaust System
Replace Headers
Brand Package 1:
AEM, Aerospeed, DC Sports, Injen Technology, HKS USA
Brand Package 2:
NEUSPEED, Jackson Racing, HP Racing, Stillen, Venom
Brand Package 3:
Skunk2 Racing, Borla, A'PEXi, GReddy
Brand Package 4:
5Zigen, Skunk2 Racing, A'PEXi
Pro Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 30)
Kit Contents:
Mild Camshaft & Cam Gears
High Performance Throttle Body
High Flow Intake Manifold
Larger Diameter Flowpipe
Brand Package 1:
AEM, Jackson Racing, A'PEXi, GReddy, Venom
Brand Package 2:
Arospeed, NEUSPEED, Skunk2 Racing, Borla, Injen Technology
Brand Package 3:
DC Sports, HKS USA, HP Racing, Stillen
Brand Package 4:
Scorpion Exhausts, Henshin Auto, DC Sports
Extreme Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 66)
Kit Contents:
Replace Piston & Rods
Racing Camshaft & Cam Gears
Port & Polish Heads
Blueprint the Block
Low Restriction, High Flow
Headers Installed
Brand Package 1:
AEM, NEUSPEED, Jackson Racing, Venom, Arospeed
Brand Package 2:
Greddy, Skunk2 Racing, A'PEXi, Borla, HKS USA
Brand Package 3:
DC Sports, Injen Technology, HP Racing, Stillen
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Drivetrain Packages
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Street Performance (500, unlock in Challenge 6)
Kit Contents:
Short Throw Shift Kit
Shifter Stabilizer Kit
Replace Clutch
Lightened Flywheel
TIP: For best results, install
an Engine/Exhaust,
Turbo or ECU Upgrade first.
Brand Package 1: Arospeed, Clutchmasters, Stillen
Brand Package 2: NEUSPEED, DC Sports, ACT
Brand Package 3: Jackson Racing, HKS USA, Stillen
Pro Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 30)
Kit Contents:
Limited Speed Differential
High Performance Clutch
TIP: For best results, install an
Engine/Exhaust,
Turbo or ECU Upgrade first.
Brand Package 1: ACT, NEUSPEED, Arospeed
Brand Package 2: Jackson Racing, Stillen, HKS USA
Brand Package 3: HKS USA, NEUSPEED, Jackson Racing
Extreme Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 66)
Kit Contents:
Six-speed transmission
Lightweight & Strengthen Driveshaft
TIP: For best results, install an
Engine/Exhaust, Turbo or
ECU Upgrade first.
Brand Package 1: DC Sports, ACT, NEUSPEED
Brand Package 2: Jackson Racing, Stillen, HKS USA
Brand Package 3: NEUSPEED, ACT, DC Sports
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Tires
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Increase Handling
Street Performance (500, unlock in Challenge 6)
Kit Contents: Street Performance Tire Package
Brand Packages: Toyo Tire, Yokohama, Kumho
Pro Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 30)
Kit Contents: Pro Performance Tire Package
Brand Packages: Toyo Tire, Yokohama, Kumho
Extreme Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 66)
Kit Contents: Extreme Performance Tire Package
Brand Packages: Toyo Tire, Yokohama, Kumho
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E.C.U. and Fuel System
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Increase Acceleration and Top Speed
Street Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 9)
Kit Contents:
Performance Chip
Brand Package 1: Jackson Racing, Venom, Stillen
Brand Package 2: AEM, GReddy, Skunk2 Racing
Brand Package 3: A'PEXi, Jackson Racing, Stillen
Pro Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 38)
Kit Contents:
High Flow Fuel Pump, Adjustable Fuel Pressure Regulator,
Replace Fuel Rail, Replace Fuel Filter
Brand Package 1: Venom, AEM, GReddy
Brand Package 2: Stillen, Jackson Racing, Skunk2 Racing
Brand Package 3: A'PEXi, Stillen, Venom
Extreme Performance (4000, unlock in Challenge 80)
Kit Contents:
Stand Alone Engine Management Unit, Replace Fuel Injectors
Brand Package 1: Jackson Racing, AEM, GReddy
Brand Package 2: Stillen, A'PEXi, Venom
Brand Package 3: Venom, Skunk2 Racing, Stillen
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Turbo Package
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Brand Packages: HKS USA, GReddy, Stillen, A'PEXi, Turbonetics
Street Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 9)
Increase Acceleration
Kit Contents: Stage 1 Turbo Kit
Pro Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 38)
Increase Acceleration and Top Speed
Kit Contents: Stage 2 Turbo Kit with Intercooler
Extreme Performance (4000, unlock in Challenge 80)
Kit Contents: Stage 3 Turbo Kit
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Brake Kits
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Increase Handling
Street Performance (1000, unlock in Challenge 9)
Kit Contents:
Street Compound Brake Pads
Steel Braided Brake Lines
Cross Drilled Rotors
Brand Package 1: AEM, Stillen, Brembo
Brand Package 2: KVR Performance, NEUSPEED, Jackson Racing
Brand Package 3: Arospeed, HP Racing, Wilwood Engineering
Pro Performance (2000, unlock in Challenge 38)
Kit Contents:
Large Cross Drilled Rotors
Race Compound Brake Pads
Brand Package 1: AEM, NEUSPEED, Jackson Racing
Brand Package 2: KVR Performance, Stillen, Wilwood Engineering
Brand Package 3: Arospeed, Brembo, HP Racing
Extreme Performance (4000, unlock in Challenge 80)
Kit Contents:
Large Cross Drilled and Slotted Rotors
Four-piston Racing Calipers
Brand Package 1: AEM, KVR Performance, Arospeed
Brand Package 2: NEUSPEED, Stillen, Wilwood Engineering
Brand Package 3: Jackson Racing, Stillen, HP Racing
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Weight Reduction Kits
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Increase Acceleration and Handling
Street Performance (750, unlock in Challenge 14)
Kit Contents:
Remove Rear Seats
Remove Interior Panels
Remove Spare Tire
Brand Packages: Sparco
Pro Performance (1500, unlock in Challenge 48)
Increase Acceleration and Handling
Kit Contents:
Replace Rear and Side Windows with lightweight polycarbonate
Replace Front Seats with Lightweight Racing Seats
Brand Packages: Sparco
Extreme Performance (3000, unlock in Challenge 91)
Kit Contents:
Replace Doors and Trunk Lid with Lightweight materials
Cut and Foam Fill excess Frame and Interior components
Brand Packages: Sparco
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Suspension Package
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Street Performance (750, unlock in Challenge 14)
Increase Handling
Kit Contents:
Sport Performance Springs and Shocks
Strut Tower Bar
Brand Package 1: Arospeed, Eibach, HKS USA, Stillen
Brand Package 2: NEUSPEED, Skunk2 Racing, Apex Springs, Bilstein
Brand Package 3: H&R Springs, KONI, KYB America, HP Racing, A'PEXi
Pro Performance (1500, unlock in Challenge 48)
Increase Handling
Kit Contents:
Front and Rear Sway Bar
Front and Rear Tie Bar
Upgrade Bushings
Brand Package 1: HKS USA, Stillen, Skunk2 Racing, KONI
Brand Package 2: Arospeed, NEUSPEED, Apex Springs, HP Racing
Brand Package 3: Eibach, Bilstein, H&R Springs, DC Sports, A'PEXi
Extreme Performance (3000, unlock in Challenge 91)
Kit Contents:
Coil Over Shock System with adjustable Pillow Mounts
Brand Package 1: Eibach, Stillen, Bilstein, KONI
Brand Package 2: HKS USA, NEUSPEED, Skunk2 Racing, DC Sports
Brand Package 3: Arospeed, Apex Springs, H&R Springs, A'PEXi, HP Racing
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Nitrous Oxide
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Street Performance (750, unlock in Challenge 14)
Kit Contents: Dry Shot of Nitrous Oxide
Brand Packages: Nitrous Express, NOS
Pro Performance (1500, unlock in Challenge 48)
Kit Contents: Wet Shot of Nitrous Oxide
Brand Packages: Nitrous Express, NOS
Extreme Performance (3000, unlock in Challenge 91)
Kit Contents: Direct Port of Nitrous Oxide
Brand Packages: Nitrous Express, NOS
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VI. Underground Mode - Walkthrough
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(Note: Although Style Rewards can be acquired in any race, I've included
them in the order in which I've unlocked it. I may update this to
reflect the unlockables correctly in the near future. The Race Victory
Rewards are correct)
(Note: Style Rewards removed from Underground Mode. Created a new section
for Style Rewards. Please refer to that section for a complete list
of unlockable Style Rewards)
During the Underground Mode, you will encounter the following challenges:
Drift
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"Slide with style to score big points"
Gain points by showing off your drifting skills.
GAIN x2 WITH 200, GAIN x3 WITH 800, GAIN x4 WITH 2400,
GAIN x5 WITH 6400/8000/9600, MAXXXED, etc..
Complete Chained Drifts to gain more bonuses.
- Score points by doing Good Drifts, Great Drift, Chained Drifts,
Clean Laps, etc.
- Avoid losing points through Wall Impacts.
TIP: You may get more points by doing Drifts closer to the wall
instead of in the middle of the road.
Tournament
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1st - 8pts, 2nd 6pts, 3rd 4pts, 4th 2pts
"The player with the most points at the end of the tournament wins."
Sprint
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"Race from point A to point B"
Be the first to the finish line!
Drag
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"Straight line, flat out racing"
Warning: Do not attempt to do a drag race on a street with traffic!
You'd be crazy to try something like that! Obviously this advice
is not heeded here...
Lap Knock-Out
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"Last-place car on each lap is eliminated"
Circuit
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"Multi-lap racing against three opponents"
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Initiation Challenge
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"Welcome to Underground Mode! Your racing career starts here. Take on the
toughest drivers on the street and prove you are the ultimate racer.
Winners earn cool unlocks and upgrades. Losers go home."
You will be loaned the Vortex car to race in. This challenge is the only
race in Underground Mode in which you'll be able to use a bonus car.
Also, the ride is equipped with Nitrous Boost.
(cutscene)
After the cutscene you will be given a selection of five cars to choose
from to use in Underground Mode. You can refer to the 'cars' section for
some stats on these rides to help you make your choice.
"Ouch. That is seriously weak, dude."
(cutscene)
First five challenges can be selected in no particular order:
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Jose's Got Your Back (1/111)
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Circuit, Olympic Square (Laps: 2)
From: Jose
The Low-down:
Your first step towards earning some respect.
Beat Jose and two others in two laps at
Olympic Square.
375/500/625
Race Victory Rewards: (no rewards)
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Last One There Is A Rotten Egg (2/111)
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Sprint, Liberty Gardens
The Low-down:
Race through the downtown core. First one past
the airport construction zone takes home the Bank.
375/500/625
Race Victory Rewards: (no rewards)
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It's All About Style And Finesse (3/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 1 (Laps: 4)
From: Dirt
The Low-down:
Wow the crowd with speed and style. Put up
big points to get mad props and big Bank.
375/500/625
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Drift Track 1
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The Perfect Shift (4/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Reverse
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
Four cars, four lanes. This is how drag races go
down, Underground style. Show Klutch you got skills!
375/500/625
Carl (Miata), Daryl (Golf), Klutch (Neon)
Hints: Shift Up when the needle turns green to
achieve Perfect Shift.
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES
unlock 14th and Vine Drag Track - Reverse
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Last Place Is A Bad Place To Be (5/111)
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Lap Knock-Out, Olympic Square Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
The pressure's on! Last man standing wins this
Lap Knockout around Olympic Square.
375/500/625
Traffic: Yes
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Olympic Square Circuit Track - Reverse
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Rookie Tournament (6/111)
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Tournament (Laps: 2, Rounds: 3)
Olympic Square, Olympic Square Reverse
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
A bunch of cocky newbies say they can crush you in
a three-race series downtown. You gonna let 'em?
3750/5000/6250
Carl (Miata), Probes (Miata), Stefan (Miata)
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Engine/Exhaust Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 DriveTrain Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Tire Packages
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TJ's Time Trial (7/111)
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Time-Trial, To Liberty Gardens
Liberty Gardens Sprint Track - Reverse
From: TJ
The Low-down:
Get from the airport to the downtown core in
1:45.00 and see what TJ has in store for you!
Style Reward:
Look for your car on the cover of Option!
(Built a car with a 1 star reputation)
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Liberty Gardens Sprint Track - Reverse
"Congratulations! You have 150 added to your Bank."
TJ's Unique Reward:
(Engine/Exhaust Package, Drivetrain Packages, Tires)
"Nice driving! TJ has agreed to modify
your car with a 'unique' Performance Upgrade."
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Atlantica Challenge (8/111)
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Circuit, Atlantica (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Show your stuff against three hot hatchbacks in
a three-lap race through Atlantica.
525/750/900
Daryl (Golf GTI), Rosie (Golf GTI), Stewart (Focus)
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2003 Ford Focus ZX3
unlock Atlantica Circuit Track
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All Go, No Show! (9/111)
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(Drag) Tournament, 14th and Vine Reverse
The Low-down:
Winning once won't do. Be the fastest in
this tournament to bag the loot.
3750/5000/6250
Al (Civic), Nesto (Neon), Stefan (Miata)
Three different car models to race against. Three rounds, winner takes all.
During the third round, you might want to keep to the left lane to lessen
the chance of crashing into crossing traffic.
Race Victory Rewards (Round 3):
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 E.C.U. and Fuel System
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Turbo Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Brake Kits
unlock 14th and Vine Construction Drag Track Reverse
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Olympic Knockout (10/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Olympic Square Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Knock out your competition one at a time in this
Lap Knockout at Olympic Square.
525/750/900
Al (Civic), Hunter (Civic), Scott (Civic)
Race Victory Reward: (no rewards)
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Drop the Klutch! (11/111)
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Drag, Highway 1
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
Watch out for traffic in this drag down Highway 1.
Prove to Klutch you're no fluke!
525/750/900
Bryce (206), Klutch (Neon), Stewart (Focus)
Moderate traffic. Try to get Perfect Shift while weaving left and right when
necessary to avoid incoming vehicles. Fairly straight, this one.
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Highway 1 Drag Track
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Cross-town Hustle (12/111)
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Sprint, Broadway
The Low-down:
Get from Chinatown to the Atlantica condos in first place!
525/750/900
Carla (Lancer), Rosie (GTI), Stefan (Miata)
Race Victory Reward:
Broadway Sprint Track
Visual Upgrade Level 2 Decals
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Time To Get Dirt-y (13/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 2 (Laps: 4)
From: Dirt
The Low-down:
Dirt doesn't like getting beat at drift racing. Do you?
525/750/900
Race Victory Reward: (no rewards)
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Downtown Series (14/111)
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Tournament, Inner City (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Pit your ride against three tuned-up front-drivers.
Win to add more Performance Upgrades to your
shopping list!
3750/5000/6205
Priss (Lancer), Scott (Civic), Terry (Focus)
Three rounds, four laps each. At the end of the tourney, you will
unlock three sweet rewards and two new tracks!
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Weight Reduction Kits
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Suspension Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 1 Nitrous Oxide
unlock Stadium Circuit Track
unlock Atlantica Circuit Track - Reverse
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Jail Break (15/111)
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Time-Trial, Lock Up
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
See if you can get to the city prison in 2:52.00.
It's just on the other end of the John Newton Tunnel.
100/125/150
Style Reward:
"Your car's featured in Autopress!"
"Hot off the press!"
"Installed all level 1 performance upgrades on your car"
Race Victory Reward:
"Great driving! Samantha has offered you
a choice of one of three Hoods. Return to
the Race Map to collect your reward."
Samantha's Unique Reward:
G-Force, Formula-Style CF, Speed CF
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Style Guide (16/111)
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Circuit, Inner City Reverse (Laps: 2)
From: Jose
The Low-down:
Jose just tuned up his engine and really cranked
it up a notch. Good luck trying to keep up!
200/250/300
Jackie (Neon), Jose (Golf GTI), Stewart (Focus)
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Inner City Circuit Track - Reverse
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Cutscene
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New Kids in Town (17/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Construction Reverse
The Low-down:
Some punks with V-6 engines think size matters.
Take them out in this Inner City drag!
200/250/300
Fish (Tiburon), Lebron (Tiburon), Macca (Tiburon)
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6
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A Glowing Reception (18/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 2 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Show the crowd some dope drifting skills, and you'll
make the world a brighter place with some neon.
200/250/300
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Neon
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The Only Way To Go Is Up (19/111)
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Circuit, Market Street (Laps: 3)
From: Jose
The Low-down:
Hit the right notes and you'll land in the charts.
Take the win to take #10 on the Circuit Rankings.
200/250/300
Brian (240SX), Bryce (206), Jose (Golf GTI)
Tough race just to break into the rankings. Jose's modified Golf GTI is a
seriously tricked out ride. Take a shortcut or two through the temple
before the gardens to even things out.
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Market Street Circuit Track
"Race Victory! Modified Mag puts you on the cover of their magazine."
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 10th in Circuit race mode."
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Saturday Night Drive (20/111)
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Tournament, 14th and Vine Reverse
The Low-down:
It's all drag from dusk to dawn downtown midnight.
You'll get in four heats before the night's out.
3750/5000/6250
Jet (Impreza), Nesto (Neon), Spin (Integra)
Race Victory Rewards (Round 4):
unlock 14th and Vine Construction Drag Track
unlock Main Street Drag Track
The next two challenges can be played in any order:
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Gut Check Time (21/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Construction
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
Time to put up or shut up, punk! Make a name for
yourself by putting yourself #10 on the Drag Rankings.
200/250/300
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 10th in Drag race mode."
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Sprint Challenge (22/111)
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Sprint, To Broadway
The Low-down:
You'll be #10 in the Sprint Rankings if you get to the
City Plaza in Chinatown first.
200/250/300
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2003 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS
unlock Broadway Sprint Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 10th in Sprint race mode."
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Steeltown Sprint (23/111)
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Sprint, Lock Up
The Low-down:
Prove that you belong behind the wheel.
Make your competition eat dust on your way to
the industrial park.
225/300/375
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Paint
unlock Lock Up Sprint Track
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One Down, Two To Go (24/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Inner City Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
How does your ride stack up against these rides?
Find out in the Inner City Lap Knockout.
225/300/375
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
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A Little Dirt Won't Hurt (25/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 3 (Laps: 4)
From: Dirt
The Low-down:
Tell Dirt to take a hike! Take this Drift Event and you'll
take that punk out of the #10 spot.
200/250/300
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Drift Track 3
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 10th in Drift Race mode."
"Chrom & Flammen puts you on the cover of their magazine."
"Achieved the #10 spot on the Drift rankings board."
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Keep Them Coming (26/111)
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Time-Trial, 9th and Frey
From: TJ
The Low-down:
You have 2:36.00 minutes to get to the factories to
score another one of TJ's Performance Uniques.
100/125/150
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 9th and Frey Sprint Track
"Nice driving! TJ has agreed to modify
your car with a 'unique' Performance Upgrade."
TJ's Unique Reward:
Brake Kits, Drivetrain Packages, Tires (Increase Handling)
Turbo Package, E.C.U. and Fuel System (Increase Acceleration)
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Wrong Place, Right Time (27/111)
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Sprint, Bedard Bridge
From: Chad
The Low-down:
Now that you're ranked, it's time to take out the
next target. Chad just happens to be in
the wrong place at the right time.
225/300/375
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Bedard Bridge Sprint Track
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 9th in Sprint race mode."
"Race Victory! Sport Compact Car puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
"Achieved the #9 spot on the Sprint rankings board."
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Loud and Proud (28/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 4 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Show them how the future Drift Champ does it. Win and
you'll add the next batch of exhaust tips to your
shopping list.
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Muffler Tips
unlock Drift Track 4
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Scouting Report (29/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Construction Reverse
From: Todd
The Low-down:
See Todd in the Mitsubishi Lancer? Keep an eye on
him, 'cause he's your next target in the Drag Rankings.
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Window Tint
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Dead Calm (30/111)
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Tournament, Olympic Square Reverse (Laps: 2)
The Low-down:
It's the dead of night, the perfect time to floor it!
There's time enough for three races in three
different locations.
3750/5000/6250
Tips:
You need to upgrade to reputation level 2 before you
can begin this challenge.
Race Victory Reward (Round 3):
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Engine/Exhaust Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Drivetrain Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Tire Packages
unlock National Rail Circuit Track
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Outtasite! (31/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Atlantica (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
A Lap Knockout through the spillways and the suburbs!
Want a tip? Cut through the construction
site, if you dare!
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Roof Scoops
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World of Hurt (32/111)
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Circuit, National Rail (Laps: 3)
From: Kurt
The Low-down:
Meet Kurt. He's a mean son of a gun in an Acura RSX
who doesn't take kindly to gettin' beat.
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward: (no rewards)
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Drift to the 9's (33/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 3 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Take #9 in the Drift Rankings by beating an Eclipse,
an RSX, and an Integra Type-R.
Let it all hang out!
150/200/250
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 1992 Nissan 240SX SE
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 9th in Drift race mode."
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Sleeper Shootout (34/111)
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Sprint, To 9th and Frey
The Low-down:
Be careful with these sleeper cars. They look like
stock but they go like stink!
225/300/375
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Rims
unlock 9th and Frey Sprint Track Reverse
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Earn Your Stripes (35/111)
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Circuit, Inner City Reverse (Laps: 6)
Difficulty: ****
The Low-down:
Six laps. Three opponents. One winner.
Make sure it's you if you're gonna be #9.
150/200/250
Takashi (Supra), Tanaka (Impreza), Vince (Celica)
5 laps too many. One mistake and they're on to you like
a pack of wolves. Take the construction site shortcut
and the overhead pass whenever possible. Watch out for
the souped-up Supra.
Race Victory Reward:
"You are now ranked 9th in Circuit race mode."
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For the Ladies (36/111)
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Drag, Main Street
From: Todd
The Low-down:
Todd can't get his mind off the ladies. Use that to
your advantage and take #9 away from him.
150/200/250
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 9th in Drag race mode."
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No Love From Kurt (37/111)
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Circuit, Atlantica Reverse
From: Kurt
The Low-down:
Kurt doesn't have a lot of nice things to say. Take the
#8 spot away from him and you'll shut him up!
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 8th in Circuit race mode."
"Race Victory! Import Racer puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
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Import Tuner Drift Event (38/111)
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Tournament (Drift), Drift Track 3 (Laps: 4, Rounds: 3)
The Low-down:
Style and speed comin' up! You need at least two stars
to enter this Drift event sponsored by Import Tuner.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 E.C.U. and Fuel System
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Turbo Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Brake Kits
unlock Drift Track 5
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Inner City Knockout (39/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Inner City Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
These guys are crazy! They want to challenge you
to a Lap Knockout in their brand-new imports!
225/300/375
Inner City Reverse means the construction site shortcut is on the right,
while the overhead pass shortcut is on the left.
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Side Skirts
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Play the Spoiler (40/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 4 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Grab the 8 spot out from under the noses of some
wanna-be drifters.
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 8th in Drift race mode."
"Race Victory! Import Tuner puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
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Crosstown Dash (41/111)
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Sprint, Broadway
The Low-down:
A first place finish here will claim the 8 spot
in the Sprint Rankings.
225/300/375
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2002 Toyota Celica GT-S
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 8th in Sprint race mode."
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The New Muscle in Town (42/111)
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Drag, Highway 1
The Low-down:
Take on the new generation of muscle for
the #8 spot in the Drag Rankings.
225/300/375
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 8th in Drag race mode."
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Where There's Smoke, There's... (43/111)
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Sprint, To Lock Up
From: Chad
The Low-down: Are you hot or not? Take on Chad and two others
in this crosstown romp from Chinatown to downtown.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Hoods
unlock Lock Up Sprint Track - Reverse
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Get Sideways (44/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 5 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Keep your cool on this wild drift track.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Front Bumpers
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No Way, Jose (45/111)
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Circuit, National Rail Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Jose and his Volkswagen Golf have a bone to pick
with you. Beat him one-on-one at National Rail.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Spoilers
unlock National Rail Circuit Track - Reverse
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Double Klutch (46/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Construction
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
Watch out for Klutch this time. He's made some
improvements since last time you met.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 2003 Acura RSX Type-S
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Blue Light Special (47/111)
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Time-Trial, To Broadway
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
See if you can get to the City Plaza in 2:08.00.
Courtesy of Samantha, you might pick up a good deal!
100/125/150
Race Victory Reward:
"Great driving! Samatha has offered you
a choice of one of the following five Rim styles."
Samantha's Unique Reward:
Enkei Silverstar 18, Enkei Arashi 18, Momo Vantage 18,
O.Z. Superleggera 18, Livia 18
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Get The Point! (48/111)
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Tournament, Olympic Square (Laps: 2, Rounds: 3)
The Low-down:
A series of races, a number of cars, a wad of cash.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Weight Reduction Kits
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Suspension Upgrades
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 2 Nitrous Oxide
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National Rail Knockout (49/111)
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Lap Knock Out, National Rail (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Use the railway tracks to your advantage in this
lap knockout.
300/400/500
Style Reward:
"You'll see your car on the cover of Super Street!"
"Installed all level 2 performance upgrades on your car"
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 2 Rear Bumpers
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Sliding Made Easy (50/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 3 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
It's not just about who has the best style, it's about
who can make it look easy!
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 7th in Drift race mode."
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Deal Yourself a Straight Hand (51/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine
The Low-down:
Deal these 4WD punks a bad hand. Take care of them
on a one mile straight downtown.
375/500/625
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Decals
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Lucky 7 (52/111)
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Circuit, Atlantica Reverse (Laps: 2)
Difficulty: *
The Low-down:
Deal these pretenders a blow to their aspirations of
reaching the 7 spot in the rankings.
300/400/500
A short, two lap circuit race. Each lap will take you less than a minute.
Easy pickings, if you don't make mistakes.
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 7th in Circuit race mode."
The next two challenges can be played in any order:
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Go Jose (53/111)
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Circuit, Inner City Reverse (Laps: 2)
The Low-down:
Jose's back for another round. Have some fun taking
him on in this inner city circuit.
375/500/625
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 2000 Acura Integra Type-R
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Mad Dash (54/111)
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Sprint, 9th and Frey
The Low-down:
Beat the odds by beating three other racers in a
mad dash from the arena to the reservoir!
375/500/625
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Muffler Tips
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All The Eyes Are On You (55/111)
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Drag, Main Street Reverse
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
There's a guy with a camera in the crowd, he looks
important, you'd better put on a good show and grab
7th spot in the rankings.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Main Street Drag Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 7th in Drag race mode."
"Race Victory! Turbo and High-Tech Performance puts you
on the cover of their magazine."
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Kick Out That Tail (56/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 5 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Kick out that tail to score major props in this drift event.
375/500/625
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Window Tint
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Chad's Back (57/111)
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Sprint, To Bedard Bridge
From: Chad
The Low-down:
Chad says he's taking you seriously this time. Send
him home disappointed by claiming the 7th spot
in the rankings.
300/400/500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Bedard Bridge Sprint Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 7th in Sprint race mode."
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And then there was one (58/111)
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Lap Knock Out, National Rail Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Wave to the guy that gets knocked out first when you
blow past him on your next lap.
450/600/750
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX
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Friendly Competition (59/111)
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Circuit, Stadium Reverse (Laps: 4)
From: Jose
The Low-down:
You're up against Jose for the number 6 spot in circuits.
He's a good guy but he's not going easy on you.
375/500/625
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Stadium Circuit Track - Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 6th in Circuit race mode."
"Race Victory! Super Street puts you on the cover of their magazine."
The next three challenges can be played in any order:
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Bright Lights Big Spoiler (60/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Inner City (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Don't fall behind on this circuit through the
inner city.
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Head Lights
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Stadium Sprint (61/111)
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Sprint, To 9th and Frey
The Low-down:
Challenge 3 hot hatchbacks in this sprint to the stadium.
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Tail Lights
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Glow, Baby, Glow! (62/111)
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Drag, Main Street
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
That neon tells you that Klutch's car is really
modded out. Find out in this drag if it's as fast
as it looks.
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Neon
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Straight Up (63/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine Construction Reverse
The Low-down:
There's no risk of traffic tonight. Concentrate on your
shifts, grab the win, and claim 6th place in the
rankings.
1125/1500/1875
Tips:
As there's no traffic, you could use some nasty tactics to win
this race. Get up to a good speed ahead of everyone else, then
keep an eye behind your back (use the Back View button) and
prevent them from overtaking you. No worries about crashing
into cars with your head turned. (Far Camera mode only)
Alternatively you can race in Bumper Cam mode and turn on
the Rear View Mirror option in the Display Menu (under Options).
The key to winning this race is that none of your opponents
should be ahead of you once you get the head start, else it'll
be very difficult to catch up to them.
Getting upgrades that increases acceleration should help,
although it could backfire due to the perfect AI logic
incorporated. If upgrading doesn't work, the downgrade
trick from Challenge 86 might be applicable here too.
Style Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 6th in Drag race mode."
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Free Style (64/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 4 (Laps: 4)
From: Dirt
The Low-down:
You're going for the 6th spot in the rankings in this
winner takes all drift competition.
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 1998 Toyota Supra
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 6th in Drift race mode."
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Drift Mania (65/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 6 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Go nuts on this multi-tiered drift track. Rack up big points
for getting sideways!
1500/2000/2500
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Paint
unlock Drift Track 6
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Art Center Sprint Tourney (66/111)
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Tournament (Sprint), To Broadway (3 Rounds)
The Low-down:
Take these guys to school in a Sprint tourney that
wraps up at the Art Center.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Engine/Exhaust Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Drivetrain Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Tire Packages
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Legit (67/111)
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Sprint, Lock Up
The Low-down:
Sport Compact Car Magazine is waiting at the
finish. Get there first and you're on their next cover.
1875/2500/3125
Race Victory Reward:
"Race Victory! Sport Compact Car puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 6th in Sprint race mode."
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Dead of Night (68/111)
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Time-Trial, Bedard Bridge
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
It's late. No one else is on the road. You have
2:27.00 minutes to get there or Samantha
will be gone.
1875/2500/3125
Race Victory Reward:
"Great driving! Samantha has offered you a
choice of one of the many 'unique' Vinyls.
Return to Race Map to collect your reward."
Samantha's Unique Reward:
Samantha Custom 1-10
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Rush Hour (69/111)
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Tournament, National Rail (Laps: 3/3/4, Rounds: 3)
The Low-down:
Battle it out over three laps with heavy traffic.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 2003 Honda S2000
The next three challenges can be played in any order:
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Mano e Mano (70/111)
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Drag, Main Street Construction
A one-on-one drag race to the finish. 2nd place
is last place.
450/600/750
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Hood Scoops
unlock Main Street Construction Drag Track
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Who's Got Endurance? (71/111)
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Circuit, Terminal (Laps: 6)
The Low-down:
Can you keep it together for 6 laps? It's not as easy
as you think. The 5 spot is up for grabs if you can.
450/600/750
You might encounter some difficulty in completing this race.
If so, try trading in your car for one with better handling
(e.g. Civic). Handling plays a bigger part in this circuit
than speed.
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Terminal Circuit Track
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 5th in Circuit race mode."
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Draw Bridge Blitz (72/111)
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Difficulty: ****
Lap Knock Out, Market Street (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Don't blow jumping the draw bridge because
the last car on each lap gets knocked out!
450/600/750
You know you're in for a hard time when two guys decide to sandwich
you from the get-go. Take the temple shortcut whenever possible and
put the pedal to the metal in Chinatown. Watch out for the traffic!
The next three challenges can be played in any order:
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Drift for Fifth (73/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 4 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
You gotta beat these three drifters to move up in
the rankings.
450/600/750
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock 1995 Mazda RX-7
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 5th in Drift race mode."
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Late Night Rush (74/111)
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Sprint, Spillway
The Low-down:
The roads are packed with traffic tonight. Win tonight
to get ranked number 5 in sprints.
450/600/750
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Spillway Sprint Track
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 5th in Sprint race mode."
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Bring It (75/111)
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Circuit, National Rail Reverse (Laps: 5)
From: Kurt
Kurt's brought some powerful friends with him tonight.
Show him that you're not impressed.
450/600/750
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 2003 Nissan 350Z
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It's Klutch Time (76/111)
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Drag, Main Street Reverse
From: Klutch
The Low-down:
The 5 spot is up for grabs in this drag. Word has it
that if you knock Klutch off his perch again he'll
hang 'em up for good this time.
450/600/750
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 5th in Drag race mode."
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Samantha's Big Tease (77/111)
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Time-Trial
From: Samantha
The Low-down:
Samantha has something for you. She'll only be there
for 2:39.00 minutes, so you better hurry!
100/125/150
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Spillway Sprint Track - Reverse
"Great driving! Samantha has offered you
a choice of Spoilers. Return to the Race
Map to collect your reward."
Samantha's Unique Reward:
Dual GT, Duotek, Katana
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Friends Are Easy To Make, And Easier To Lose (78/111)
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Sprint, 1st Ave. Truck Stop
From: Eddie
The Low-down:
You want a shot at Eddie? He says you gotta
race some tougher competition.
First one up.........Samantha!
2000/4000/6000
Samantha (Civic)
(cutscene) One-on-one race against Samantha.
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 1st Ave. Truck Stop Sprint Track
(cutscene)
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Enjoy the City Skyline (79/111)
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Drag, Main Street
From: Todd
The Low-down:
Prove you can beat the best by sending these posers
home with their tails between their legs in a 1 mile
drag down Main St.
1000/2000/3000
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
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First Dibs (80/111)
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Tournament (Drag), Main Street Construction (Rounds: 4)
From: Jose
The Low-down:
With performance mods up for grabs, be top of the
table after this 4 round Drag Tournament
downtown.
6000/8000/10000
The traffic is your biggest enemy here. You will race
the same track four times; two in reverse, so it's a
good idea to memorize the lane changes. If you keep
losing then maybe it's time to upgrade that Civic to
a Skyline. You don't have to finish all four in 1st
place, just get enough points to win the tournament.
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 E.C.U. and Fuel System
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Turbo Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Brake Kits
unlock Main Street Construction Drag Track Reverse
The next four challenges can be played in any order:
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Round And Round And Round We Go (81/111)
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Difficulty: ****
Circuit, Terminal (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Bury these guys in a 4 lap race downtown to earn
the right to pick some new Rims for your ride.
900/1200/1500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Rims
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Moving On Up (82/111)
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Sprint, 1st Ave. Truck Stop
The Low-down:
Climb to 4th spot in the rankings. Don't take anyone
lightly in the race, as they're just as hungry as
you are.
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 4th in Sprint race mode."
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Dragging On (83/111)
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Drag, Commercial
The Low-down:
1 mile will seem like 100 when you've got three
tricked out cars on your tail. Keep your cool and
you'll claim the 4 spot in the rankings.
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Commercial Drag Track
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 4th in Drag race mode."
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Skirt the Issue (84/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Market Street Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Use the rules of the game to your advantage. Stay out
of last place for all three laps to get access to the
next, most radical, selection of Side Skirts.
900/1200/1500
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Side Skirts
unlock Market Street Circuit Track - Reverse
The next two challenges can be played in any order:
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High Profile (85/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 6 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
With the 4 spot in the drift rankings up for grabs,
use style and grace to make sure your car gets in
front of everyone's face!
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
"Race Victory! Import Tuner puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 4th in Drift race mode."
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Four play (86/111)
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Difficulty: *****
Circuit, Terminal Reverse (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Take on some hot 4's for the 4 spot in the
Circuit Rankings. 4 laps down by the docks will
challenge even the most experienced driver.
1125/1500/1875
O.K. You went through 85 challenges without a sweat. Now it's time to
test your mad skillz. The best comparison I can think of for this level
is that it's as close as you get to an end level boss in a racing game.
Lots of people had problems beating that RX-7/Impreza to the finish line.
Not that the traffic have been helpful. If you're totally frustrated by
this stage, here's a tip. Downgrade your Engine/Exhaust, Drivetrain,
and E.C.U. Packages to Stock. Then try that race again. Odds are you'll
get a 1st place finish after an attempt or two. Best explanation I can
offer is that your opponents are handicapped if your ride ain't the
fastest. This trick should work too if you opt to change the car model
instead of doing downgrades, for example a Skyline to a Civic. Do
everything you can to downgrade the top speed.
If you're having problems navigating through the tunnel:
While entering this tunnel, keep to the right lane if possible. When
you're close to the 90 degree turn, drive straight on so you end up
on the left lane. You may have to brake a little during this part.
Then try and change to the right lane.
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Terminal Circuit Track - Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 4th in Circuit race mode."
The next three challenges can be played in any order:
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Top 3 (87/111)
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Drag, 14th and Vine
The Low-down:
The 3rd spot is on the line here. A line that's exactly
1 mile away, and you're not the only one trying to get there.
1500/2000/2500
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 3rd in Drag race mode."
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Three-Three-Three (88/111)
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Circuit, Terminal (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
3 laps, 3 opponents, and the 3rd ranking up for grabs.
Meet up at Kleimrose Park if you want to claim the
triple crown.
1500/2000/2500
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 3rd in Circuit race mode."
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Hoods Are Slippery When Wet (89/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 7 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Grace and style are rewarded with the ability to
choose from some of the most outrageous hood
designs yet.
900/1200/1500
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Hoods
unlock Drift Track 7
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Special Preference (90/111)
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Lap Knock Out, Port Royal (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Everyone has their thing. Here are three different
styles of cars all trying to prove they're the fastest.
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Front Bumpers
unlock Port Royal Circuit Track
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Eddie's Posse Part 1 (91/111)
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Tournament, Stadium Reverse (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Eddie's posse has plans on lighting 'em up and
leaving you in the dust. Show 'em you can do
a little better than just keep up.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Rewards:
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Weight Reduction Kits
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Suspension Packages
unlock Performance Upgrade Level 3 Nitrous Oxide
unlock Port Royal Circuit Track - Reverse
The next two challenges can be played in any order:
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Drift Duel (92/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 7 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Only Tanaka stands between you and the 3 spot in the
rankings. Push him aside and claim what's rightfully
yours.
1500/2000/2500
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 3rd in Drift race mode."
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Chad's New Toy (93/111)
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Sprint, 7th and Sparling
From: Chad
The Low-down:
Chad's got some new wheels and he thinks that
they're good enough to knock you down a peg or two.
1125/1500/1875
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Spoilers
unlock 7th and Sparling Sprint Track
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Into the Fire (94/111)
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Sprint, To 1st Ave. Truck Stop
The Low-down:
The closer to the top you get, the more intense the
competition it gets. With the 3 spot on the line, turn up
the heat on the competition.
1500/2000/2500
Style Reward:
"Maxi Tuning wants your car in their next issue!"
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 1st Ave. Truck Stop Sprint Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 3rd in Sprint race mode."
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Kurt's Killer Ride (95/111)
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Difficulty: *****
Circuit, Market Street Reverse (Laps: 6)
Form: Kurt
The Low-down:
No one on the street has beaten Kurt's new ride so far.
Make sure you're the first.
750/1000/1250
(refer to Challenge 86 if you're having problems
completing this Challenge)
Race Victory Reward:
(no rewards)
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Mods to the Max (96/111)
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Time-Trial, 7th and Sparling
From: TJ
The Low-down:
You should know the drill by now. Get to TJ in under
2:17.00 and he will trick your ride out some more.
100/125/150
Race Victory Reward:
"Nice driving! TJ has agreed to modify
your car with a 'unique' Performance Upgrade."
TJ's Unique Reward:
Weight Reduction Kits, Brake Kits, Drivetrain Packages,
Tires, Suspension Package, Turbo Package, Nitrous Oxide
The next three challenges can be played in any order:
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Draggin' Slayer (97/111)
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Drag, Commercial Reverse
The Low-down:
Number 2's gotta happen if you want a shot at being
the champ on the straight.
2250/3000/3750
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Commercial Drag Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 2nd in Drag race mode."
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Circuit Dustoff (98/111)
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Circuit, Port Royal (Laps: 6)
The Low-down:
All that stands between you and the next ranking are
three punks, six laps and a whole lot of horsepower.
2250/3000/3750
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 2nd in Circuit race mode."
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Mistakes Are Costly (99/111)
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Sprint, To Bedard Bridge
The Low-down:
You don't get a second lap to make up for any
mistakes on the first. And mistakes will cost you
the next spot in the rankings.
2250/3000/3750
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 2nd in Sprint race mode."
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Extra Innings (100/111)
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Sprint, To 9th and Frey
The Low-down:
Be the first man to the Stadium in this race.
But watch out because the ball game just got out of
extra innings and traffic's gonna be killer.
1125/1500/1875
(refer to Challenge 86 if you're having problems
completing this Challenge)
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Visual Upgrade Level 3 Rear Bumpers
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Eddie's Posse, Part 2 (101/111)
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Tournament (Sprint), To Bedard Bridge (Rounds: 3)
The Low-down:
The posse is sick of seeing your ride get all the cred.
They're gonna take you out in a tournament.
6000/8000/10000
Race Victory Reward:
"Race Victory! Hot4s puts you on the cover of their magazine."
(Winning all tournaments, www.hot4s.com)
The next two challenges can be played in any order:
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Toughest 'n Roughest (102/111)
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Difficulty: *****
Lap Knock Out, Market Street (Laps: 3)
The Low-down:
Take on three of the most aggresive drivers in a Lap
Knockout in Chinatown.
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward: (none)
This race requires quick reflexes if you are going to avoid
crashes with the train or crossing traffic, so use nitrous
boost here when necessary.
The first shortcut you can take is through the temple,
to the left (before the park). The park route is narrow
so exercise some caution navigating it. Apply a little
brake or tap the e-brake button when you're too close to
the railings. You can use the railings to your advantage too.
Coming out of the park route you may need to tap the brake,
e-brake or shift down a level (if you're coming out of the
park too fast) to make a left turn. The road next to the
apartment buildings has a medium right curve that you won't
make if you're going too fast, so a good idea is to shift
down from 4th to 3rd and shift back up quickly. Either that
or apply a little brake and tap the e-brake button. Watch out
for crossing traffic again when coming out of this right
curve.
After the small jump, head for the City Plaza shortcut
(that's what the sign with red neon letter says). You can
tap the e-brake once if you are close to the edge. Driving
through the market is easier. Push your opponents to the
side if you encounter any. Jump the bridge and next up is
a sharp right turn; use the sharp left turn strategy.
Keep an eye out for traffic after this turn, you'll barely
have enough time to notice them!
Of course, you can always play this race on Easy difficulty,
or use the downgrade trick. If those doesn't work, try
upgrading everything to max.
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Enduro Street Circuit (103/111)
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Difficulty: *****
Circuit, Terminal Reverse (Laps: 7)
The Low-down:
Sometimes you get over it fast. Sometimes you gotta
go all night. Show 'em you got what it takes on a 7
lap circuit.
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward: (none)
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Drift Devil (104/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 8 (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
You're a major player in the drift scene now. If you're
going to challenge for the top spot, you'll have to win
this event.
2250/3000/3750
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Drift Track 8
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 2nd in Drift race mode."
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Rotary Engine Drag (105/111)
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Drag, Main Street Reverse
The Low-down:
Think you're the fastest down the straight? Here are three
seriously tricked out RX-7's trying to prove that you're not!
750/1000/1250
Race Victory Reward: (none)
The next four challenges can be played in any order:
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#1 Racer (106/111)
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Difficulty: *
Circuit, Port Royal Reverse (Laps: 3)
From: Kurt
The Low-down:
This is for all the marbles. Head to Head against Kurt
for the number 1 spot in the circuit rankings.
3750/5000/6250
Kurt (RX-7)
First easy circuit race in a while. It's just you and
Kurt. No other (cheating) AIs to worry about.
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 1st in Circuit race mode."
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Drag King (107/111)
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Drag, Highway 1 Reverse
From: Todd
The Low-down:
Do you have what it takes to beat Todd in this all out
drag for the top spot? Destroy or be destroyed!
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock Highway 1 Drag Track Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 1st in Drag race mode."
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Drift Champ (108/111)
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Drift, Drift Track 8 (Laps: 4)
From: Dirt
The Low-down:
Only Dirt stands between you and the number 1
ranked spot in drift. Take him down with style.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Reward:
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 1st in Drift race mode."
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Sprint Supremacy (109/111)
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Sprint, To 7th and Sparling
From: Chad
The Low-down:
Chad might be number one now, but you can make
him number 2 in less time than it takes to boil an egg.
3750/5000/6250
Race Victory Reward:
unlock 7th and Sparling Sprint Track - Reverse
"Congratulations! You are now ranked 1st in Sprint race mode."
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Good Samaritan (110/111)
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Difficulty: *
Circuit, Port Royal Reverse (Laps: 5)
The Low-down:
TJ messed up Samantha's ride. Beat him to get it
back and make amends.
7500/10000/12500
TJ (Civic)
(cutscene)
Race Victory Reward:
"Great driving! Samantha has offered you
a choice of one of the following two Wide
Body Kits."
Samantha's Unique Reward: Vapor, Mantis
(cutscene)
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Wrath of Eddie (111/111)
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Sprint, To 1st Ave. Truck Stop
The Low-down:
Aight, let's do this! It's on! Go head to head against
Eddie in a cross town battle for racing
supremacy. Win to prove you're the hottest driver
on the street!
7500/10000/12500
Race Victory Reward: (none)
Eddie (Skyline)
(cutscene) Upgrade before taking on Eddie.
Race Victory Reward:
"Race Victory! Stuff puts you on the
cover of their magazine."
(cutscene)
Note:
If you plan to earn more style rewards to customize your ride,
stop here! Play a few quick drift races before you continue.
Once you're past this point you can no longer carry out any
customizations.
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Legend of the Street (112/111)
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Circuit, Market Street (Laps: 4)
The Low-down:
Whoever's driving that mean 350Z wants to take
you down bad. Don't let it happen.
7500/10000/12500
Melissa (350Z)
That's it! You've won! Now you can proceed to Quick Race (Drift)
to unlock the rest of the Style Rewards (if you've not done it
before starting or during Underground Mode)
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VII. Underground Mode - Rewards List
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1/111 (no rewards)
2/111 (no rewards)
3/111 Drift Track 1
4/111 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer ES
14th and Vine Drag Track - Reverse
5/111 Olympic Square Circuit Track - Reverse
6/111 Performance Upgrade Level 1 Engine/Exhaust Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 1 DriveTrain Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 1 Tire Packages
7/111 Liberty Gardens Sprint Track - Reverse
TJ's Unique Reward (Performance Upgrade)
8/111 2003 Ford Focus ZX3
Atlantica Circuit Track
9/111 Performance Upgrade Level 1 E.C.U. and Fuel System
Performance Upgrade Level 1 Turbo Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 1 Brake Kits
14th and Vine Construction Drag Track Reverse
10/111 (no rewards)
11/111 Highway 1 Drag Track
12/111 Broadway Sprint Track
Visual Upgrade Level 2 Decals
13/111 (no rewards)
14/111 Performance Upgrade Level 1 Weight Reduction Kits
Performance Upgrade Level 1 Suspension Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 1 Nitrous Oxide
Stadium Circuit Track
Atlantica Circuit Track - Reverse
15/111 Magazine cover #12 (installed all level 1 performance upgrades)
Samantha's Unique Reward (Hoods)
G-Force, Formula-Style CF, Speed CF
16/111 Inner City Circuit Track - Reverse
17/111 2003 Hyundai Tiburon GT V6
18/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Neon
19/111 Market Street Circuit Track
Ranked 10th in Circuit race mode
Magazine cover #1 (Ranked 10th in Circuit)
20/111 14th and Vine Construction Drag Track
Main Street Drag Track
21/111 Ranked 10th in Drag race mode
22/111 2003 Subaru Impreza 2.5 RS
Broadway Sprint Track Reverse
Ranked 10th in Sprint race mode
23/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Paint
Lock Up Sprint Track
24/111 2004 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
25/111 Drift Track 3
Ranked 10th in Drift Race mode
Magazine cover #3 (Ranked 10th in Drift)
26/111 9th and Frey Sprint Track
TJ's Unique Reward (Performance Upgrade)
Brake Kits, Drivetrain Packages, Tires (Increase Handling)
Turbo Package, E.C.U. and Fuel System (Increase Acceleration)
27/111 Bedard Bridge Sprint Track
Ranked 9th in Sprint race mode
Magazine cover #2 (Ranked 9th in Sprint)
28/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Muffler Tips
Drift Track 4
29/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Window Tint
30/111 Performance Upgrade Level 2 Engine/Exhaust Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Drivetrain Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Tire Packages
National Rail Circuit Track
31/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Roof Scoops
32/111 (no rewards)
33/111 1992 Nissan 240SX SE
Ranked 9th in Drift race mode
34/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Rims
9th and Frey Sprint Track Reverse
35/111 Ranked 9th in Circuit race mode
36/111 Ranked 9th in Drag race mode
37/111 Ranked 8th in Circuit race mode
Magazine cover #6 (Ranked 8th in Circuit)
38/111 Performance Upgrade Level 2 E.C.U. and Fuel System
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Turbo Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Brake Kits
Drift Track 5
39/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Side Skirts
40/111 Ranked 8th in Drift race mode
Magazine cover #5 (Ranked 8th in Drift)
41/111 2002 Toyota Celica GT-S
Ranked 8th in Sprint race mode
42/111 Ranked 8th in Drag race mode
43/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Hoods
Lock Up Sprint Track - Reverse
44/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Front Bumpers
45/111 Visual Upgrade Level 2 Spoilers
National Rail Circuit Track - Reverse
46/111 2003 Acura RSX Type-S
47/111 Samantha's Unique Reward (Rims)
Enkei Silverstar 18, Enkei Arashi 18, Momo Vantage 18,
O.Z. Superleggera 18, Livia 18
48/111 Performance Upgrade Level 2 Weight Reduction Kits
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Suspension Upgrades
Performance Upgrade Level 2 Nitrous Oxide
49/111 Magazine cover #13 (installed all level 2 performance upgrades)
Visual Upgrade Level 2 Rear Bumpers
50/111 Ranked 7th in Drift race mode
51/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Decals
52/111 Ranked 7th in Circuit race mode
53/111 2000 Acura Integra Type-R
54/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Muffler Tips
55/111 Main Street Drag Track Reverse
Magazine cover #4 (Ranked 7th in Drag)
56/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Window Tint
57/111 Bedard Bridge Sprint Track Reverse
Ranked 7th in Sprint race mode
58/111 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX
59/111 Stadium Circuit Track - Reverse
Ranked 6th in Circuit race mode
Magazine cover #7 (Ranked 6th in Circuit)
60/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Head Lights
61/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Tail Lights
62/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Neon
63/111 Ranked 6th in Drag race mode
64/111 1998 Toyota Supra
Ranked 6th in Drift race mode
65/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Paint
Drift Track 6
66/111 Performance Upgrade Level 3 Engine/Exhaust Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Drivetrain Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Tire Packages
67/111 Ranked 6th in Sprint race mode
Magazine cover #8 (Ranked 6th in Sprint)
68/111 Samantha's Unique Reward (Vinyls)
Samantha Custom 1-10
69/111 2003 Honda S2000
70/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Hood Scoops
Main Street Construction Drag Track
71/111 Terminal Circuit Track
Ranked 5th in Circuit race mode
72/111 (no rewards)
73/111 1995 Mazda RX-7
Ranked 5th in Drift race mode
74/111 Spillway Sprint Track
Ranked 5th in Sprint race mode
75/111 2003 Nissan 350Z
76/111 Ranked 5th in Drag race mode
77/111 Spillway Sprint Track - Reverse
Samantha's Unique Reward (Spoilers)
Dual GT, Duotek, Katana
78/111 1st Ave. Truck Stop Sprint Track
79/111 1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GTR
80/111 Performance Upgrade Level 3 E.C.U. and Fuel System
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Turbo Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Brake Kits
Main Street Construction Drag Track Reverse
81/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Rims
82/111 Ranked 4th in Sprint race mode
83/111 Commercial Drag Track
Ranked 4th in Drag race mode
84/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Side Skirts
Market Street Circuit Track - Reverse
85/111 Ranked 4th in Drift race mode
Magazine cover #9 (Ranked 4th in Drift)
86/111 Terminal Circuit Track - Reverse
Ranked 4th in Circuit race mode
87/111 Ranked 3rd in Drag race mode
88/111 Ranked 3rd in Circuit race mode
89/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Hoods
Drift Track 7
90/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Front Bumpers
Port Royal Circuit Track
91/111 Performance Upgrade Level 3 Weight Reduction Kits
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Suspension Packages
Performance Upgrade Level 3 Nitrous Oxide
Port Royal Circuit Track - Reverse
92/111 Ranked 3rd in Drift race mode
93/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Spoilers
7th and Sparling Sprint Track
94/111 1st Ave. Truck Stop Sprint Track Reverse
Ranked 3rd in Sprint race mode
95/111 (no rewards)
96/111 TJ's Unique Reward (Performance Upgrade)
Weight Reduction Kits, Brake Kits, Drivetrain Packages,
Tires, Suspension Package, Turbo Package, Nitrous Oxide
97/111 Commercial Drag Track Reverse
Ranked 2nd in Drag race mode
98/111 Ranked 2nd in Circuit race mode
99/111 Ranked 2nd in Sprint race mode
100/111 Visual Upgrade Level 3 Rear Bumpers
101/111 Magazine cover #10 (win all tournaments)
102/111 (no rewards)
103/111 (no rewards)
104/111 Drift Track 8
Ranked 2nd in Drift race mode
105/111 (no rewards)
106/111 Ranked 1st in Circuit race mode
107/111 Highway 1 Drag Track Reverse
Ranked 1st in Drag race mode
108/111 Ranked 1st in Drift race mode
109/111 7th and Sparling Sprint Track - Reverse
Ranked 1st in Sprint race mode
110/111 Samantha's Unique Reward (Wide Body Kits)
Vapor, Mantis
111/111 (no rewards)
112/111 (Completed Underground Mode)
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VIII. Style Rewards (courtesy of Tim Zamperini)
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Okay, most likely you're here for this section. Tim Zamperini drifted his
way through all the Style Rewards (several times!) to get us this list, and
I have reasons to believe that it's the first complete style rewards list,
anywhere (and accurate, to boot!) If you decide to copy anything else from
this FAQ, I'm alright with it, but if you want the list below, try and
point your readers to this FAQ, because I think they should at least know
the story behind how this list came about. If you can't do that, then please
credit it to the dude who went through all the trouble to prepare it for you.
He completed the style rewards, had them listed, and found out his brother
was winning it in a different order than he was. So he restarted the game and
earned all the rewards again, making sure to get one reward per race (thus
ensuring that the rewards are in the correct order). He deserves mad props
for his work, but told me he wants no credit! I had to beg him to let me
give him due recognition in the FAQ else there's no way I can use it. You
don't use someone else's stuff without asking. In my opinion, this is the
definite list all thanks to one man. Without his efforts we'd still be
dreaming about unlocking the reward that comes after Eddie's Skyline.
And don't ask how good his drifting is. He can do this list again in his
sleep.
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Style Rewards (by Tim Zamperini)
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1 Tear Level 1 Vinyls
2 RadioShack XMOD Vinyl
3 AEM Vinyl
4 VORTEX Car (Acura Integra Type R)
5 Alpine Vinyl
6 Tear Hood Level 1 Vinyls
7 5Zigen Vinyl
8 Stripes Level 1 Vinyls
9 Audiobahn Vinyl
10 Stripes Hood Level 1 Vinyls
11 ACT Vinyl
12 Nismo Sentra (Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V)
13 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 1)
14 Splash Level 1 Vinyls
15 HP Racing Vinyl
16 Modern Level 1 Vinyls
17 Brembo Vinyl
18 ENKEI Vinyl
19 GReddy Vinyl
20 Hieroglyphics Vinyl
21 Flames Level 1 Vinyls
22 Arospeed Vinyl
23 Flames Hood Level 3 Vinyls
24 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 2)
25 BBS Vinyl
26 Lightning Level 1 Vinyls
27 Apex Vinyl
28 Venom Vinyl
29 Flags Level 1 Vinyls
30 WOLFRACE Wheels Vinyl
31 Petey Pablo Car (Mitsubishi Eclipse)
32 Tribal Level 1 Vinyls
33 Yokohama Vinyl
34 Tribal Hood Level 3 Vinyls
35 Jackson Racing Vinyl
36 Kenwood Vinyl
37 Wild Level 1 Vinyls
38 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 3)
39 Tear Level 2 Vinyls
40 Mystikal Car (Toyota Celica)
41 KVR Performance Vinyl
42 KYB America Vinyl
43 ABS Dynamics Vinyl
44 Stripes Level 2 Vinyls
45 Autozone Vinyl
46 Clutchmasters Vinyl
47 Henshin Auto Vinyl
48 NEUSPEED Vinyl
49 O.Z. Vinyl
50 Splash Level 2 Vinyls
51 Nitrous Express Vinyl
52 KONIG Vinyl
53 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 4)
54 Modern Level 2 Vinyls
55 Kumho Vinyl
56 KONI Vinyl
57 a Body Vinyl (Body 1)
58 Modern Hood Level 2 Vinyls
59 MOMO Vinyl
60 Flames Level 2 Vinyls
61 Injen Technology Vinyl
62 Rob Zombie Car (Nissan 350Z)
63 Lightning Level 2 Vinyls
64 JSP America Vinyl
65 DC Sports Vinyl
66 Eibach Springs Vinyl
67 Flags Level 2 Vinyls
68 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 5)
69 Scorpion Exhaust Vinyl
70 Sparco Vinyl
71 Tribal Level 2 Vinyls
72 Wild Level 2 Vinyls
73 a Body Vinyl (Body 2)
74 Tear Level 3 Vinyls
75 Stuff Magazine Vinyl
76 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 6)
77 Bilstein Vinyl
78 Borla Vinyl
79 Stripes Level 3 Vinyls
80 a Body Vinyl (Body 3)
81 Apex Integration Vinyl
82 Splash Level 3 Vinyls
83 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 7)
84 Modern Level 3 Vinyls
85 Wilwood Vinyl
86 Extreme Dimensions Vinyl
87 Flames Level 3 Vinyls
88 Eurolite Vinyl
89 Street Glow Vinyl
90 Stillen Vinyl
91 Lightning Level 3 Vinyls
92 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 8)
93 Flags Level 3 Vinyls
94 lostprophets Car (Nissan Skyline GT-R)
95 H&R Springs Vinyl
96 HKS USA Vinyl
97 a Body Vinyl (Body 4)
98 Tribal Level 3 Vinyls
99 Skunk2 Racing Vinyl
100 Wild Level 3 Vinyls
101 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 9)
102 Turbonetics Vinyl
103 Racing Hart Wheels Vinyl
104 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 10)
105 a Body Vinyl (Body 5)
106 Toyo Tires Vinyl
107 PLASMAGLOW Vinyl
108 a Unique Vinyl (Custom 11)
109 PIAA Vinyl
110 NOS (Holley) Vinyl
111 Samantha"s Honda Civic (Honda Civic)
112 Junkman"s Honda Civic (Honda Civic)
113 Melissa"s Nissan 350Z (Nissan 350Z)
114 Eddie"s Nissan Skyline (Nissan Skyline GT-R)
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End of Style Rewards (by Tim Zamperini)
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IX. Unlocking Style Rewards
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This section deals with unlocking style rewards in the quickest time
possible.
Summary:
1. Create a new profile, complete the initiation challenge
2. Select challenge 3 (drift) and unlock drift track 1
3. Exit UG mode, select "customize ride"
4. Choose a car and upgrade it with all level 1 visual upgrades
(get multiplier level 2)
5. Select that car for Quick Race (drift), choose drift track 1
6. Set number of laps to 10, and unlock the Vortex car (4th style reward)
7. Change to the Vortex car and continue playing Quick Races (drift)
Note: The Vortex car has a multiplier of 5 which is useful to unlock
style rewards quickly.
The key to earning style points is, of course, the reputation (style
points) multiplier. Here's how to earn style points and unlock style
rewards in the shortest time.
After creating a new profile, complete the first initiation race
in Underground Mode. Make a mental note of the car you're racing in,
paying extra attention to the vinyl. This is your ticket to unlocking
style rewards in record time. After finishing first in this race,
you'll be shown the car selection screen. Choose any, then return
to Underground Menu. Go to the race map and take on the 3rd challenge,
"It's All About Style And Finesse" (3/111), which is a drift race.
You can skip the first two since it's not necessary to play challenge
1 - 5 of 111 in a sequential order. Anyway, challenge 3 is the one
you're after, so finish first and unlock Drift Track 1.
Alright. Now exit Underground Mode to the Main Menu, then choose
"Customize Ride". Choose a car and install as many visual upgrades
as you can. That would be the front and rear bumpers, side skirts,
spoiler, hood, rims and a neon to complete the package. This should
raise your reputation multiplier to x2.
You're given a 1 star start for any brand new car chosen.
Front Bumper + 3 stars, Rear Bumper + 3, Side Skirts + 3, Spoiler +3,
Hood + 3, Rims + 3, and Neon +1. The multiplier increases by one
level for every 10 stars. So, 1 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 1 = 20 stars
= Reputation multiplier level 2.
So by installing level 1 visual upgrades for those parts you will
end up with a multiplier level of x2. Now the fun part (maybe).
Save the car, and enter Quick Race. Select drift, then pick the car
you've just customized. Choose drift track 1 (or 2, although 1 is
shorter) and set the number of laps to 10. Opponent Skill is not
relevant to gaining style points, so having that option as easy or
hard makes no difference.
Keep doing this race and unlock some style rewards. Keep an eye
out for the Vortex Car style reward, which is the fourth reward
unlocked through style points collection. Once you have this bonus
car (a red and white Integra), exit back to the Main Menu and select
Quick Race again. This time instead of using the car with a level 2
multiplier, choose the Vortex car instead. If you have no problems
finding the car you can skip one paragraph.
(only read this if you can't find the Vortex car) It should be the
second last car in the list, from left to right. Note that this is
the same car loaned to you in the initiation challenge. The upper
right text will only show "Acura Integra Type R" but if you wait
for the car to drive into view you will be able to notice that it
has a unique vinyl on it.
If you look to the bottom right of your screen (with the Vortex car
in view), you would notice that it has a level 5 multiplier. Enter
this car into the Drift races, under Quick Race Mode. Choose drift
track 1 (or 2) and set the number of laps to 10. Drift track 1 is
recommended since it's shorter and this will play a role in
speeding up the rewards unlocking process. (explained later)
In the drift race, try not to hit the wall for the entire 10 laps
(1 or 2 laps are OK). Get as many clean laps as possible. Individual
drift score is not really important here. Once you have the race
completed, you'll get 800 points for each clean lap to be added to
your score. This score will be multiplied by 5 if you're using the
Vortex car. So, the clean lap bonus will come around to about
40,000 points if you manage to get all 10.
(800 x 10 laps multiplied by 5 = 40,000 style points)
This would account for nearly half of your style points total. Of
course, a clean race bonus of 500 points will be added
(500 multiplied by 5 = 2,500 style points) although that is a
small amount. Clean lap bonuses make up for nearly half of your
style points total at the end of each race. (Assuming that you
get anywhere around 100,000 points) You don't really need to get
big drift scores in the race. Using this method you can unlock
at least 3 - 5 style rewards in one go, and you should have
unlocked all rewards when you've acquired about 3 million style
points.
Good luck!
Additional notes: This section is for getting better drift scores
in drift track 1. As you may have noticed, there are horizontal
white lines throughout the track, to the left and right of the
road (near the walls). This is the bonus zone. Doing drifts with
either your front or back wheels in this area will speed up
your bonus point counter (it will turn orange instead of the
usual yellow). It's a good idea to execute drifts in this area
for as long as possible, which is easy to say but difficult to
carry out, especially in later drift tracks.
In drift track 1, drifting close to the left wall is the easiest
way to gain drift points. The ascii art below might help in
visualizing the idea. (try not to laugh)
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| | | | | | | | | | | The stripes represents the bonus zone.
|- 2 -| This is literally on both sides of
|- 3 |_|_|_|_| -| the road, although you might want to
|- -| |-1 -| concentrate on the inner circle.
|- -| |- -|
|- -| |- -| As you approach a bend (1), do the e-brake
|- -| |- -| and keep your front wheel (left one if you
|- -| |- -| can't do both) in the bonus zone lining up
|- 4-|_______|- -| the left wall. Your front wheel(s) should
|- | | | | | -| still be in the bonus zone when you're in
|- -| position (2). This will net you the bonus
|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_|_| zone points. As you enter the next bend (3),
reposition your car with any method (brake,
e-brake, steer a little to the right) so
that it's aligned with the road. This will make a perfect exit from
the bend and gain you some substantial drift points from the bonus
area as well. You're then ready to repeat step 1 in position (4).
This may not gain you the most drift points but it should be easy to
execute. Moreover completing 10 laps per race is considerably much
faster this way, although don't let me cramp your style. I'm sure
everyone has their own drift methods!
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X. Magazine Covers
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To acquire all magazine covers, you have to complete the following:
1 - ranked 10 in circuit (Challenge 19)
2 - ranked 9 in sprint (Challenge 27)
3 - ranked 10 in drift (Challenge 25)
4 - ranked 7 in drag (Challenge 55)
5 - ranked 8 in drift (Challenge 40)
6 - ranked 8 in circuit (Challenge 37)
7 - ranked 6 in circuit (Challenge 59)
8 - ranked 6 in sprint (Challenge 67)
9 - ranked 4 in drift (Challenge 85)
10 - win all tournaments (Challenge 101)
11 - win overall title (Challenge 111)
12 - unlock All Level 1 Performance Upgrades
13 - unlock All Level 2 Performance Upgrades
14 - unlock All Level 3 Performance Upgrades
15 - install 2-3 Visual Upgrades (Reputation Level 1.5)
16 - install All Level 1 Visual Upgrades (Reputation Level 2)
17 - install All Level 2 Visual Upgrades (Reputation Level 3)
18 - install All Level 3 Visual Upgrades (Reputation Level 4)
19 - install All 4 Unique Visual Upgrades and
9 other Level 3 Visual Upgrades (Reputation Level 5)
20 - beat the preset best time for any Drag race in Underground Mode
(Hard difficulty)
21 - beat the preset best time for any Circuit race in Underground Mode
(Hard difficulty)
22 - beat the preset best score for any Drift race in Underground Mode
(Hard difficulty)
23 - beat the preset best time for any Sprint race in Underground Mode
(Hard difficulty)
24 - acquire 500 online reputation points (PC and PS2 versions only)
25 - acquire 1000 online reputation points (PC and PS2 versions only)
26 - acquire 2500 online reputation points (PC and PS2 versions only)
27 - acquire 5000 online reputation points (PC and PS2 versions only)
28 - Beat Racer X ** (Turbo and High-Tech Performance, PS2 version only)
** To view magazine cover 28 on the PS2, first highlight magazine
cover 2 on the top right, then scroll all the way down (hold down on
the D-Pad) until the last cover is selected. The description will say
'Beat Racer-X'.
To my knowledge no one has unlocked this cover yet. If you have,
send me a screenshot and the method used to unlock, and I'll make
sure you're credited for being the first beat Racer-X! (Whoever that
might be)
___________________________ _______________________________________________
| | |
| Magazine Cover | Description |
|___________________________|_______________________________________________|
| | |
| 01 Modified Mag | Ranked 10 in circuit (Challenge 19) |
| 02 Sport Compact Car | Ranked 9 in sprint (Challenge 27) |
| 03 Chrom & Flammen | Ranked 10 in drift (Challenge 25) |
| 04 Turbo and High-Tech P. | Ranked 7 in drag (Challenge 55) |
| 05 Import Tuner | Ranked 8 in drift (Challenge 40) |
| 06 Import Racer | Ranked 8 in circuit (Challenge 37) |
| 07 Super Street | Ranked 6 in circuit (Challenge 59) |
| 08 Sport Compact Car | Ranked 6 in sprint (Challenge 67) |
| 09 Import Tuner | Ranked 4 in drift (Challenge 85) |
| 10 Hot4s | Win all tournaments (Challenge 101) |
| 11 Stuff | Win overall title (Challenge 111) |
| 12 Autopress | Unlock All Level 1 Performance Upgrades |
| 13 Super Street | Unlock All Level 2 Performance Upgrades |
| 14 Maxi Tuning | Unlock All Level 3 Performance Upgrades |
| 15 Option | Install 2-3 Visual Upgrades |
| 16 Elaborare | Install All Level 1 Visual Upgrades |
| 17 Maxi Tuning | Install All Level 2 Visual Upgrades |
| 18 Hot4s | Install All Level 3 Visual Upgrades |
| 19 DUB | Install All 4 Unique Visual Upgrades and |
| | 9 other Level 3 Visual Upgrades |
| 20 Turbo and High-Tech P. | Beat best time for any Drag (Hard), UG Mode |
| 21 Import Racer | Beat best time for any Circuit(Hard), UG Mode |
| 22 Import Tuner | Beat best score for any Drift (Hard), UG Mode |
| 23 Sport Compact Car | Beat best time for any Sprint (Hard), UG Mode |
| 24 | acquire 500 online reputation points * |
| 25 | acquire 1000 online reputation points * |
| 26 | acquire 2500 online reputation points * |
| 27 | acquire 5000 online reputation points * |
| 28 Turbo and High-Tech P. | Beat Racer-X ** |
|___________________________|_______________________________________________|
* PC and PS2 versions only
** PS2 version only
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Magazine Cover 1
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Name : Modified Mag
Method : Ranked 10 in circuit (Challenge 19)
Description : "Achieved the #10 spot on the Circuit rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 2
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Name : Sport Compact Car
Method : Ranked 9 in sprint (Challenge 27)
Description : "Achieved the #9 spot on the Sprint rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 3
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Name : Chrom & Flammen
Method : Ranked 10 in drift (Challenge 25)
Description : "Achieved the #10 spot on the Drift rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 4
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Name : Turbo & High-Tech Performance
Method : Ranked 7 in drag (Challenge 55)
Description : "Climbed to the #7 spot on the Drag rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 5
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Name : Import Tuner
Method : Ranked 8 in drift (Challenge 40)
Description : "Climbed to the #8 spot on the Drift rankings board"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 6
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Name : Import Racer
Method : Ranked 8 in circuit (Challenge 37)
Description : "Climbed to the #8 spot on the Circuit rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 7
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Name : Super Street
Method : Ranked 6 in circuit (Challenge 59)
Description : "Climbed to the #6 spot on the Circuit rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 8
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Name : Sport Compact Car
Method : Ranked 6 in sprint (Challenge 67)
Description : "Achieved the #6 spot on the Sprint rankings board"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 9
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Name : Import Tuner
Method : Ranked 4 in drift (Challenge 85)
Description : "Climbed to the #4 spot on the Drift rankings board"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 10
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Name : Hot4s
Method : Win all tournaments (Challenge 101)
Description : "You won all tournaments"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 11
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Name : Stuff
Method : Win overall title (Challenge 111)
Description : "You became the best racer in the city"
Notes : Melissa will pose for this cover! (two poses)
Pose #1 - Melissa in a white tank top + tattoo
on right arm.
Pose #2 - Melissa wearing a black leather jacket.
(You can't get both poses using one profile,
pose selected for the cover at random)
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Magazine Cover 12
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Name : Autopress
Method : Unlock All Level 1 Performance Upgrades
Description : "Installed all level 1 performance upgrades on your car"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 13
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Name : Super Street
Method : Unlock All Level 2 Performance Upgrades
Description : "Installed all level 2 performance upgrades on your car"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 14
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Name : Maxi Tuning
Method : Unlock All Level 3 Performance Upgrades
Description : "Installed all level 3 performance upgrades on your car"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 15
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Name : Option
Method 1 : Install 2-3 Visual Upgrades
(reach Reputation Level 1.5)
Description : "Built a car with a 1 star reputation"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 16
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Name : Elaborare
Method : Install All Level 1 Visual Upgrades
(reach Reputation Level 2)
Description : "Installed all Level 1 Visual Upgrades on your car"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 17
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Name : Maxi Tuning
Method : Install All Level 2 Visual Upgrades
(reach Reputation Level 3)
Description : "Installed all Level 3 Visual Upgrades on your car"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 18
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Name : Hot4s
Method : Install All Level 3 Visual Upgrades
(reach Reputation Level 4)
Description : "Installed all level 3 visual upgrades on your car"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 19
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Name : DUB
Method : Install All 4 Unique Visual Upgrades and
9 other Level 3 Visual Upgrades
(reach Reputation Level 5)
Description : "Installed all level 3 and unique visual
upgrades on your car"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 20
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Name : Turbo and High-Tech Performance
Method : Beat the preset best time for any Drag race
in Underground Mode (Hard difficulty)
Description : "Set a drag track record"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 21
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Name : Import Racer
Method : Beat the preset best time for any Circuit race
in Underground Mode (Hard difficulty)
Description : "Set a circuit track record"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 22
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Name : Import Tuner
Method : Beat the preset best score for any Drift race
in Underground Mode (Hard difficulty)
Description : "Set a drift track scoring record"
Notes : A random model will pose for this cover.
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Magazine Cover 23
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Name : Sport Compact Car
Method : Beat the preset best time for any Sprint race
in Underground Mode (Hard difficulty)
Description : "Set a sprint track record"
Notes : (none)
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Magazine Cover 24
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Method : acquire 500 online reputation points
Notes : PC and PS2 versions only.
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Magazine Cover 25
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Method : acquire 1000 online reputation points
Notes : PC and PS2 versions only.
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Magazine Cover 26
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Method : acquire 2500 online reputation points
Notes : PC and PS2 versions only.
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Magazine Cover 27
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Method : acquire 5000 online reputation points
Notes : PC and PS2 versions only.
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Magazine Cover 28
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Method : ?
Description : "Beat Racer X"
Notes : PS2 version only.
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XI. Best Times
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_____________________________ ____________ _______
| | | |
| Drag | Best Time | Ch |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|
| | | |
| 14th and Vine Const. | 24.04 | 20 |
| 14th and Vine | 24.91 | 0 |
| Highway 1 | 25.23 | 11 |
| Main Street | 26.68 | 20 |
| Main Street Const. | 23.95 | 70 |
| Commercial | 28.22 | 83 |
| 14th and Vine Const. (R) | 25.04 | 9 |
| 14th and Vine (R) | 26.16 | 4 |
| Highway 1 (R) | 25.53 | 107 |
| Main Street (R) | 26.80 | 55 |
| Main Street Const. (R) | 25.90 | 80 |
| Commercial (R) | 27.15 | 97 |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|
_____________________________ ____________ _______ _______
| | | | |
| Drift | Best Score | Ch | Laps |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|_______|
| | | | |
| Drift Track 1 | 100587 | 3 | 4 |
| Drift Track 2 | 177909 | 0 | 4 |
| Drift Track 3 | 152121 | 25 | 4 |
| Drift Track 4 | 186519 | 28 | 4 |
| Drift Track 5 | 218438 | 38 | 4 |
| Drift Track 6 | 236090 | 65 | 4 |
| Drift Track 7 | 190709 | 89 | 4 |
| Drift Track 8 | 169177 | 104 | 4 |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|_______|
_____________________________ ____________ _______ ______________
| | | | |
| Sprint | Best Time | Ch | Distance |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|______________|
| | | | |
| Liberty Gardens | 1:09.88 | 0 | 2.7 Miles |
| Broadway | 1:49.88 | 12 | 4.0 Miles |
| Lock Up | 2:04.75 | 23 | 4.7 Miles |
| Bedard Bridge | 2:00.05 | 27 | 4.4 Miles |
| 1st Ave. Truck Stop | 1:40.20 | 78 | 3.8 Miles |
| 7th and Sparling | 1:57.20 | 93 | 4.1 Miles |
| 9th and Frey | 1:58.24 | 26 | 4.7 Miles |
| Spillway | 2:16.50 | 74 | 5.0 Miles |
| Liberty Gardens (R) | 1:11.50 | 7 | 2.7 Miles |
| Broadway (R) | 1:46.29 | 22 | 4.0 Miles |
| Lock Up (R) | 2:06.48 | 43 | 4.7 Miles |
| Bedard Bridge (R) | 2:06.13 | 57 | 4.4 Miles |
| 1st Ave. Truck Stop (R) | 1:36.42 | 94 | 3.8 Miles |
| 7th and Sparling (R) | 1:54.59 | 109 | 4.1 Miles |
| 9th and Frey (R) | 2:05.37 | 34 | 4.7 Miles |
| Spillway (R) | 2:33.57 | 77 | 5.0 Miles |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|______________|
_____________________________ ____________ _______
| | | |
| Circuit/Lap Knockout | Best Time | Ch |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|
| | | |
| Olympic Square | 47.66 | 0 |
| Atlantica | 47.03 | 8 |
| Inner City | 50.16 | 0 |
| Stadium | 58.07 | 14 |
| National Rail | 50.77 | 30 |
| Market Street | 1:11.60 | 19 |
| Terminal | 56.14 | 71 |
| Port Royal | 47.62 | 90 |
| Olympic Square (R) | 47.60 | 5 |
| Atlantica (R) | 46.67 | 14 |
| Inner City (R) | 49.55 | 16 |
| Stadium (R) | 59.84 | 59 |
| National Rail (R) | 51.36 | 45 |
| Market Street (R) | 1:18.38 | 84 |
| Terminal (R) | 53.95 | 86 |
| Port Royal (R) | 48.77 | 91 |
|_____________________________|____________|_______|
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XII. EA GAMES(TM) TRAX
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To access the track listing in Underground, select OPTIONS from the
MAIN MENU, then select TRAX. To the top left of the TRAX menu a
selection bar can be used to choose sequential or random track play.
Descriptions of the four options available for each track:
Menu: The selected track will be played while in menu screen.
Race: The selected track will be played during races.
All: The selected track will be played throughout the game. (Menu and Race)
Off: The selected track will not be played.
01 Overseer
"Doomsday"
Wreckage
02 The Crystal Method
"Born Too Slow"
Legion of Boom
03 Rancid
"Out of Control"
Indestructible
04 Rob Zombie
"Two-Lane Blacktop"
Past, Present and Future
05 BT
"Kimosabe"
06 Static-X
"The Only"
Shadow Zone
07 Element Eighty
"Broken Promises"
Element Eighty
08 Asian Dub Foundation
"Fortress Europe"
Enemy of the Enemy
09 Hotwire
"Invisible"
The Routine
10 Story of the Year
"And the Hero Will Drown"
Page Avenue
11 Andy Hunter
"The Wonders of You"
Exodus
12 Junkie XL
"Action Radius"
Big Sounds of the Drags
13 Fuel
"Quarter"
Natural Selection
14 Jerk
"Sucked In"
When Pure is Defiled
15 Fluke
"Snapshot"
Puppy
16 lostprophets
"Ride"
Start Something
17 Overseer
"Supermoves"
Wreckage
18 FC Kahuna
"Glitterball"
Machine Says Yes
19 Blindside
"Swallow"
About a Burning Fire
20 Lil Jon and the Eastside Boyz
"Get Low"
Kings of Crunk
21 Mystikal
"Smashing the Gas (Get Faster)"
Need for Speed Exclusive
22 Dilated Peoples
"Who's Who"
Neighborhood Watch
23 Nate Dogg
"Keep It Coming"
Need for Speed Exclusive
24 X-ecutioners
"Body Rock"
25 Petey Pablo
"Need for Speed"
Need for Speed Exclusive
26 T.I.
"24's"
Trap Muzik
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XIII. Cheat Codes
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Note: Any emails are welcomed but I don't use cheats in Underground so
I may not be able to reply your mails about cheats. Thanks.
(PC) Start game, Select Statistics from the Main Menu screen, then return
to the Main Menu (press Backspace), and enter the following cheat(s):
unlock all level 1 performance upgrades: allmylvloneparts
unlock all level 2 performance upgrades: allmylvl2parts
unlock all drag tracks: gimmesomedrag
unlock all drift tracks: driftdriftbaby
unlock all sprint tracks: gimmesomesprints
unlock all circuit tracks: gimmesomecircuits
Note: Unlocking all circuit tracks will make the same tracks
available for lap knockout and free run mode.
350Z - 350350z
Eclipse - 899eclipse
Focus - 119focus
Impreza - 371impreza
Lancer - 222lancer
Lost Prophets - needmylostprophets
Miata - 221miata
MyGolf - 334mygolf
Mystikal - havyamystikal
Neon - 893neon
Petey Pablo - gimmeppablo
Peugeot - 77peugeot
Rob Zombie - gotcharobzombie
RX7 - 777rx7
Sentra - 922sentra
Skyline - 111skyline
Tiburon - 667tiburon
Note: Cars unlocked using the above cheats will not work in
Underground Mode.
(PS2) Enter the following codes at the main menu screen:
right, square, left, R1, square, L1, L2, R2 - unlocks all drag tracks
left, left, left, left, right, R2, R1, L2 - unlocks all drift tracks
down, R1, R1, R1, R2, R2, R2, square - unlocks all circuit tracks
up, R2, R2, R2, R1, down, down, down - unlocks all sprint tracks
R1, up, up, up, down, down, down, L1 - unlock drift physics in all modes
Note: 'unlimited nitro' and 'get all parts' cheats do not work.
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XIV. Frequently Asked Questions
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a. General
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Q. I'm replaying through UG mode to create a ride
purely for drag races. Which of TJ's upgrades
should I choose?
A. After completing a challenge from TJ that rewards
you with a unique performance upgrade, you will
be shown the performance upgrade selection screen.
For each part selected a small increment would be
added to one of the gauges at the bottom
(Acceleration, Top Speed or Handling). Pick a part
that increases acceleration (or top speed) since
good handling is not required in drag races. Drag
race mode in NFS:U has been simplified to just
changing lanes so no precise controls on the wheel
is necessary.
-
Q. Is it possible to adjust either the performance
or style point multiplier of bonus cars (e.g.
Eddie's Skyline)?
A. No. No visual upgrades even.
-
Q. Why do I get a blown engine during a drag race no
matter which car I choose?
A. You have to do manual shift change during drag races
even if you have it set to auto in the options menu.
(PC) Use the Ins key to shift up, Del key to shift
down. Alternatively you can use A and Z.
(PS2) Use R2 to shift up, and L2 to shift down.
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Q. I've seen online players holding 17 second records for
drag tracks. How do I get 18 seconds in a drag race?
A. Not possible, unless you cheat. It's either that or
you have an excellent ride and a perfect run. Also
you need might some help from an opponent to ram you
on the rear bumper for a slight speed boost. That's
to get a 'less than 20 second' record.
It's a well-known fact that online cheating is
rampant, therefore even if a 17 second record exists
(without cheating), there's no way to confirm the
validity.
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Q. I only have gloss paint colors to choose from. How do
I access pearlescent and metallic paint colors?
A. In base paint menu, click on the left or right symbol
just next to the gloss paint text.
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Q. Where do I get the Unique Vinyl (with flames) shown
during one of the loading screens?
A. (In reference to the loading screen with following
text, "Apply up to four layers of vinyl onto your car")
Samantha's Custom Vinyl No. 5 can be acquired by
completing Challenge 68, among with 9 other unique
vinyls. The "flames" are part of the vinyl, while the
base paint for the car should be part of the metallic
set (sixth color from the left, 2nd row out of three)
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Q. In the Drag Tutorial, the car's engine sounds different,
something like out of the movie. Is that possible to
replicate in the game?
A. (submissions welcomed)
-
Q. How do I capture screenshots of the game?
A. Press the 'Print Screen' key on your keyboard, then ALT-TAB or
quit to desktop and open Paint. Click on edit and select paste.
Then choose yes when asked to enlarge the bitmap.
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Q. How many challenges are there in Underground Mode?
A. 112, although the indicator will always show 111 in total.
This does not include the initiation race before the first
challenge (1/111), therefore it's arguable that there's
actually 113 races in Underground Mode.
-
Q. I played through 113 races in Underground Mode. Is your
FAQ incorrect?
A. The last race is stated as 112/111 on the top right. For ease
of use, I will use that as a reference. The additional race
you're refering to would be the first race, before
challenge 1/111. After completing this race would you be
able to choose one of the five cars to use in Underground Mode
and subsequently begin the first challenge proper. This is
what will be stated in the FAQ until I am informed otherwise.
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Q. Are there any cops in Need for Speed Underground?
A. Need for Speed Underground does not have any police that will pursue
those who violate the speed limits in the game. (source: official site)
-
Q. Which out of the five cars at the beginning of a new profile
is best for drift races?
A. Miata. Though it's not a good choice for drag (engine blows
too easily).
-
Q. What are the different Style Points available?
A. Plus: Drafting, Hang Time, Powerslide, Clean Section (+50),
Clean Lap (+200), Clean Race (+500), Near Miss (+100),
Shortcut (+100), Head Start (+100), Lead Lap (+100),
Victory (+500), NOS Purge (+150), 360 (+200)
Minus: Hit Traffic
Note: You can only get the style points for a successful 360
three times in a race (200 x 3). All subsequent 360s will be
ignored. Victory and Clean Race style points are awarded once,
at the end of a race. All other points are multiplied by
the number of successful attempts.
Note: Shortcut style points are awarded once in every race,
for each shortcut. Taking the same shortcut multiple times
will only bag you that particular style points bonus once,
but taking different shortcuts in a race will reward you
with a style point bonus per shortcut.
-
Q. What about the NOS Purge bonus?
A. The correct way to do a NOS purge! Gain 150 style points during
the count down by doing a full rev and holding it, then tap the
NOS button. You will know you've done a NOS purge when smokes
come out from the sides of your car. (info by Jax of Lincoln)
To get a NOS Purge bonus, tap the NOS button at the start of a race,
just before the counter reaches 0. It's worth 150 points and has no
multiplier so it's only worth doing once! (info by Andy Turner)
Right before the race starts, press the NOS button. A little exhaust
from the port will blow through the vents/edge of your hood. It looks
like when a bull snorts and it's purely for show, but you get 150 points
for doing it. It just takes a light tap, no need to waste any of your
NOS for later.
That plus head start is a great way to start every race with a
250 style points bonus. (info by Josh)
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Q. How can I drift better?
A. If you're using a Skyline, try the RX-7. Else turn off stability
control from the Car Menu (under Main Menu, Options)
-
Q. Do you get anything extra for beating Underground Mode on
Hard difficulty?
A. No. There's no difference to the type or number of rewards
unlocked in Easy, Normal or Hard Difficulty.
-
Q. Can I carry over the rewards earned/unlocked to another profile?
A. No. By starting a new profile, you begin afresh and would have
to play thru Underground Mode or Quick Races to earn the rewards
again. This applies to all unlockable tracks, vinyls, upgrades,
bonus cars and such.
-
Q. Why is challenge 86/95 so difficult?
A. Have you tried the race level in mafia?
Please refer to the Underground Mode walkthrough for tips on
beating the challenge.
One angle of looking at it is that it has something to do with
top speed. The AI uses the top speed to their advantage, so
if you're not comfortable with those corners you'll definitely
lose out in the race. Reducing the top speed will set a handicap
that all opponents will follow suit, thus making it difficult to
put the catch-up logic to good use.
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Q. Challenge 30 (Dead Calm) requires me to upgrade to
reputation level 2. I've done everything including
visual upgrades, but it won't let me race. What do
I do?
A. It should be possible to race Challenge 30 if you've
upgraded everything. Check to see if you missed
any visual upgrades. Spoilers, etc.
-
Q. I got beaten by a supposedly 'weaker' car. Why does all car
models perform the same?
A. Not all cars are alike. Please refer to the 'Cars' section for
all the minor differences. The difference is miniscule therefore
it's easy to mistake that all rides perform the same. (although
this does make some of the cars slightly inaccurate compared to
their actual counterparts)
-
Q. I've heard rumors of personalized number plates. Is this true?
A. The rumors are false. You're stuck with "UNDRGND" like the rest of us,
if that helps.
-
Q. What's the best car in the game?
A. You have two choices here. The Skyline has speed and control. On the other
hand, the RX-7's handling is slightly better and pretty useful to use
in Drift races.
-
Q. During one of the loading screens, it says "Learn how to drift by
watching the tutorial videos." How can I access the videos?
A. Select Quick Race from the Main Menu, highlight Drag or Drift and press "T".
(PS2) Press L2 instead when Drag or Drift is highlighted.
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b. Vinyl/Paints/Body Kits
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Q. How do you change vinyl color?
A. Go to the Change Vinyl screen, where 4 vinyl layers are shown. Make
sure the vinyl you want to change has a white rectangle around it.
Don't select it. There are 2 buttons below it that says 'layer order'
and 'vinyl color'. Use your mouse to click on 'vinyl color' and
choose your color using the keyboard.
-
Q. How do you change vinyl color (PS2)?
A. Go to the Change Vinyl screen, where 4 vinyl layers are shown. Make
sure the vinyl you want to change has a white rectangle around it.
Press square on the vinyl to enter the color selection screen.
-
Q. I have tried clicking on vinyl color at the Change Vinyl screen
but nothing happens, and when I click on the arrows the layer order
changes. What gives?
A. Firstly, you have to select a vinyl (Lighting 3, Tribal 3, etc.)
Then click on 'vinyl color' with your mouse to enter the color
selection screen. For vinyls that carry a "2" or "3" label, you have
to choose 2 or 3 colors for them.
Note: Colors for Unique and Manufacturer Vinyls cannot be changed.
You can only "blend" their colors with your car by using
Pearlescent Paint.
-
Q. How do you get Level 2/3 Paints?
A. Level 2 Paint can be unlocked in Underground Mode, challenge 23
and Level 3 Paint can be unlocked in challenge 65.
-
Q. How do you paint engine parts?
A. You need to upgrade your engine/exhaust to at least
street performance (Performance Upgrade Level 1
Engine/Exhaust Packages) since you can't paint stock
parts. The paint change is not visible for level 1
packages although you should be able to watch the
engine accent paint change as you scroll through the
paint palette for Level 2 and 3 packages. So if
it doesn't look like there's any difference after
choosing an engine accent color chances are you have
a Level 1 Package. Upgrade to Level 2 or 3, then try
and change the color again. (info by Michael Hauder)
-
Q. Is it possible create your own vinyl for use in the game?
A. No, sorry.
-
Q. What is a wide body kit?
A. A wide body kit extends the body of the car laterally to cover
the tires. They look like molded mud flaps that connects
the bumper to the skirt. You unlock them in challenge 110.
And no, you can't have them both.
-
Q. Upgrading to a wide body kit means new wheels (tires that are
wider), thus improving acceleration and handling. Am I right?
A. No. Wide body kits are listed as visual upgrades. If visual
upgrades affect a car's performance, all cars would thus have
the same parts to get the best performance possible, therefore
defeating the purpose of having different visual upgrades.
-
Q. How can I get both wide body kits? Do I have to play through
Underground Mode again?
A. Simple. You can't. There's absolutely no way you can have both
and swap kits in-between races. If you've selected one you're
stuck with that unless you begin a new Underground Mode with
another profile. This applies to all Unique Rewards.
Also, you can't carry over unlocked and earned rewards from
one profile to another.
-
Q. How can I get all the unique vinyls that Samantha offers me?
A. (Please refer to the above question)
-
Q. Quick. The Mantis or the Vapor body kit?
A. Vapor. Looks better on most rides.
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c. Performance Upgrades
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Q. Is there any difference in performance when choosing brand packages for
upgrades?
A. No. Brand makes no difference. All the brand packages perform equally well.
-
Q. Best unique performance upgrade combination?
A. Engine, E.C.U. and trans. If you're looking for a second opinion,
put turbo into the mix for better acceleration. For handling,
tires and brakes would be the right choice.
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d. Rewards/Magazine Covers
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Q. Does selection of difficulty level for each challenge
affects the rewards given on completion?
A. To my knowledge, no.
-
Q. I have collected Eddie's Nissan Skyline Style Reward.
Is there any more?
A. Nope. That's the last of the 114 Style Rewards you can
unlock in NFS:U.
-
Q. How do I know if I've unlocked all the style rewards?
A. Once you have Eddie's Skyline, that should be it.
Else check to see if your style gauge increases after
gaining some style points. If it you're still getting
level up, then there's style rewards yet to be
unlocked. All style rewards should be unlocked when
you've acquired about 3,000,000 style points.
You may have to level up your reputation multiplier
to 5x max to unlock all style rewards.
-
Q. Does different profiles unlock different magazine covers?
A. Yes, slightly. You will get the same cover although
the model(s) posing for the magazine is/are chosen at random,
then superimposed on the cover of the magazine with
your ride in the background. (I might need help to confirm
that there's only two poses for Melissa.) Method of unlocking
the covers stays the same, though.
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e. Trade Ins
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Q. I have unlocked new cars earned in Underground Mode, but when I Trade In
the stats stay the same. I don't understand the point of having a different
car but stuck with the same stats. Does the car model really matter?
A. Stats are not the same, they are just not shown there. Here's how to view
stats for the car you'd like to change to. Select a a car to "Trade In"
and press Enter. A performance screen will show up. This is the current
performance stats of your current car. Press Enter again and that'll be
the stats of the car you're purchasing. Stats change as upgrades are
acquired over the course of the game.
-
Q. Can I trade in my car repeatedly for rebates?
A. No. For some cars you will have a trade in cost, while
others will have a trade in rebate. Trading in for a
weaker car won't get you additional rebates, although
you won't lose out either if you made mistake during
trade ins. The value of the car doesn't change no matter
how many trade ins you've done.
-
Q. Why doesn't the rebate trick work?
A. I'm assuming that all cars have a set value, and in the
trade in screen the trade in cost/rebate is shown
based on their original values. Therefore if your current
car is better than the model highlighted a rebate value
will be given, and vice versa for trade in costs.
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f. Profiles
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Q. Can I have more than one car per profile to use in
Underground Mode?
A. No. You're limited to one custom car per profile.
You have to trade in to use another car. There is
no garage option.
-
Q. Is it possible to unlock all unique parts for
one driver profile?
A. No, sorry.
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g. Cheats
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Q. Why don't the PC cheats work?
A. Cheats found in the cheats section should work
if you follow the instructions carefully.
-
Q. Why don't the PS2 cheats work?
A. I have not tested them since I don't own a PS2.
-
Q. Why doesn't the unlimited nitro code work?
A. To my knowledge, there is no unlimited nitro code.
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h. Technical
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Q. (PC) How do I copy my profile/custom car to play on another PC? Where
does Underground store saved game profile information?
A. (Win XP users) Saved Game information can be found at this location:
(C:Documents and SettingsAll UsersApplication DataNFS Underground).
Remember to enable "Show Hidden Files" to be able to locate the
Application Data directory.
You'll be able to save and re-import this information into your game
(if you have a re-format, or any other data loss) as long as you put it
into the same directory. (source: official site)
(Win 9x and ME users) Look for your save files here:
C:WindowsAll UsersApplication DataNFS Underground.
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Q. How do you turn off the slow-mo cam?
A. Select OPTIONS, then CAMERA, and move the Jump Cameras slider
all the way to the left.
-
Q. Can I import my own music (MP3's) into Need for Speed Underground?
A. No, the game does not support imported music files. However, you can
mute the game music (set it to 0) and use a media player to play your
music in the background.
-
Q. Is there a replay option?
A. The replay option is not available in NFS:U, unlike previous NFS in the
series.
-
Q. Is there a rear view mirror option?
A. Yes. Although the rear mirror view is only available if you have
selected bumper cam mode. Press the 'Esc' key to bring up the
Pause Menu, then select 'Camera'. Choose 'Bumper Cam' for
your Favourite Drive Camera. Then return to the previous menu
and choose 'Display'. The rearview mirror option should appear now.
Turn it on. Note: This option will not appear unless you have
already selected 'Bumper Cam' for your Favourite Drive Camera.
-
Q. Is there language support?
A. Yes. Although you have to mess around with the registry.
(only attempt this if you know what you're doing!)
No instructions. I trust that with the sparse info provided
below, you should be able to change the language. Else, there's
a file on the web that helps you do the same although you may
have to look real hard for it.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareEA GAMESNeed For Speed Underground
Name: Language
Options: English US, Dutch, Spanish, Swedish, French, German, Italian
Bear in mind that when receiving messages in the Underground Mode, sound
bites will not be played, and all cutscenes will still be in English.
And no, the tracks are still in English no matter how much you want
to hear Lil Jon rap in Spanish.
-
Q. Will there be any downloadable content (Paint Jobs, Cars, etc.) for
Need for Speed Underground?
A. Due to the compatibility between the PS2 console and the PC, there will be
no downloadable content available for the game. The reason for this being
that both platforms must remain exactly the same in order to be compatible.
Any change to one must be made to the other. (source: official site)
-
Q. Is there online support for Cube/Box?
A. No. Online support is only available for PS2 and PC users only.
-
Q. (PC) How do I activate motion blur? It's blurred out in the
Display Settings.
A. If it's blurred out, most likely your display card does not support that
option. The only way you can get motion blur to work is to obtain a
new graphics card. Anyway, the blur effect is not a must-see option.
I have seen it in GTA and MGS on the PC, it really doesn't improve
gameplay (and will cause eye discomfort over time). Reason being
blur effects do not translate well on the PC, only on TV.
(This goes the same for crowd option)
No driver updates can help you here. My guess is that these options
are not available for "pre-DirectX 9" graphics card owners.
-
Q. (PC) How do I activate headlights in the game, similar to what we see
in the tutorial?
You can only enable headlights if your graphics card support such
option. As the tutorial is a video cutscene it may mislead you to
believe that the headlights option is available for your system.
This is not true. Please refer to the question regarding motion blur
for more details.
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XV. Contributors/Credits
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- Feel free to e-mail me at kimkallstrom19[at]hotmail[dot]com if you'd like
to contribute to this FAQ. You will be given due credit for any submission.
Please send all your questions, comments or corrections to the address above.
Thanks!
- Thanks to GameFAQs for hosting this guide, and the many forum members over
at GameFAQs. If I left out your name unintentionally, let me know!
- Thanks to the following contributor(s): aliens8myshoes.
- Thanks to -VooDoo- for the Car Comparison Table!
- Thanks to Tim Zamperini for the info on Style Rewards!
- Thanks to the other NFS:UG FAQ writers for continually pushing me
to write the best Underground FAQ available!
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XVI. Disclaimer
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Need for Speed and Need for Speed Underground is a trademark of
Electronic Arts Inc. All trademarks and copyrights contained in this
document are owned by their respective trademark and copyright holders.
FAQ Copyright:
This may be not be reproduced under any circumstances except for personal,
private use. It may not be placed on any web site or otherwise distributed
publicly without advance written permission. Use of this guide on any other
web site or as a part of any public display is strictly prohibited, and a
violation of copyright.
Copyright 2003-2004 Wee Tim Boon
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