Car Modification
When playing with the IC card inserted, the game allows a degree of modification to the player's car. The car tuning and customization is done on the machine every three ejects of the card.
There are 4 customizing shops in game, each taking care of the following categories:
- Performance (Includes engine, transmission, airflow (intake and exhaust), suspension, weight reduction and electronics)
- Bodywork (Includes Wheels, decals, mirrors and similar)
- Aerodynamic parts (Includes ground effect kits, hoods and spoilers)
- The player's avatar (accessible every 6 ejects).
The performance parts are sub-divided into 5 tabs, and each tab contains 7 parts that needs to be purchased in order. The bodywork and aerodynamic parts can be purchased in any order.
Except the player's avatar, all parts needs money, which is calculated in points. Points can be awarded by playing the game and winning over the opponents.
Depending on the car model, special parts can be installed. Example of these include the race engine found on the Toyota AE86 and the misfiring system on the Evolution III.
The player's avatar is customized randomly, with the new parts selected with a reel similar to a slot machine.
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