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-HARD ONE- (2)
Gran Turismo 5

-HARD ONE- (2)

Struggling with the -HARD ONE- (2) race in Gran Turismo 5? Get expert tips on tuning your transmission and managing B-Spec for the Chevelle SS454 '70 against faster Corvettes at Monza.

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Struggling with the -HARD ONE- (2) race in Gran Turismo 5? Get expert tips on tuning your transmission and managing B-Spec for the Chevelle SS454 '70 against faster Corvettes at Monza.

Alright, let's tackle this next one, the '-HARD ONE- (2)'. This race is the Clasic Muscle Car Championship, and the car you'll be using is the Chevelle SS454 '70. Now, getting this car is a bit of a mystery for a lot of people. The forums suggest it pops up in the Used Car Dealership, but I'm pretty sure I didn't buy it there. My best guess is that it might be a reward for getting at least a Bronze in all the NASCAR Special Events. The game calls it a 'Classic Muscle Car,' which it definitely is.

Anyway, back to the race itself. This is the second event where you'll really need some specific help to get through it. I think I managed to win this one in A-Spec without any tuning, but that was after I'd gotten pretty good at the game, and even then, I only won by a single car length. The main issue here is that the Corvettes you're up against have a higher top speed than any car you can realistically get for this race. Your main goal is to figure out how to catch them on the straightaways at Monza.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Tune for Speed: Head into your tuning menu and adjust the transmission. You'll want to set the top speed to exactly 168mph. This should give you a fighting chance in the A-Spec race.
  2. 2
    A-Spec Strategy: With the transmission tuned, focus on drafting the Corvettes and making your move on the straights. It's going to be close, so be ready for a tight finish.
  3. 3
    B-Spec Strategy: For B-Spec, this race might take a few tries. The GDS (Ghost Data System) works reasonably well here. The key is to make sure that once your driver gets into first place, they keep their mood above the halfway mark. This helps them maintain focus and build a gap between themselves and the chasing Corvette.
Tips
  • Don't get discouraged if the Corvettes pull away on the straights; focus on maintaining good lines through the corners to make up time.
  • In B-Spec, keep an eye on your driver's mood. If it drops too low, they're more likely to make mistakes or lose concentration.
  • Winning this race might depend heavily on getting a good start and avoiding any early contact that could damage your car or slow you down.

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