12/25/99, Saturday

Begin by heading to the License Tests. Obtain your B License. If you have a Gran Turismo 1 save file, use the DATA TRANSFER option to import your game data, which will exempt you from the A License test. This saves significant time unless you wish to re-do the tests or unlock hidden cars by earning all Golds.

After securing your B and A Licenses, proceed to purchase your first car. With only 10,000 CR (credits), you'll need a cost-effective yet quality option. After searching, a used Civic 3-Door Si '93 is recommended, costing around 8,000 CR and starting with approximately 129 HP.

Use the remaining CR (around 2,000) to begin modifying your Civic. Purchase a Racing Flywheel.

Enter the GT Japan Nationals and race on Midfield Raceway. The first-place prize is 4,000 CR. Repeat this race multiple times (over 20) to accumulate substantial funds.

Once you have a good amount of CR, return to upgrading your Civic. Purchase a muffler, brakes, an engine computer chip, and a semi-racing Suspension kit.

Enter the Sunday Cup, win all three races, and use the prize money to buy a Stage One Turbo kit. Your Civic's HP should now be around 211 HP.

Continue winning easy races, such as the first race in the Japan Nationals, to earn more cash.

Invest in Drivetrain upgrades for your Civic, including a new Double-Plate clutch and a full-racing transmission.

To acquire a more exotic car, win additional races, including the Special Event race for your Honda. Use the earnings to purchase a brand new Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0L (silver recommended).

Return to your Civic and win more easy races (like those in the Sunday Cup with your 211 HP Civic) to earn more money. This repetitive racing helps improve driving skills.

With sufficient funds, upgrade your Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0L. Purchased parts include: A Racing muffler & air cleaner, Sports Brakes, engine computer chip, port & polish, full-racing transmission, racing flywheel, triple-plate clutch, 1.5way Limited-Slip (found in the Drivetrain menu under 'For Professionals'), Stage 1 and 2 Turbo kits, semi-racing suspension kit, and Stages 1 & 2 weight reductions.