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Part 10
Need for Speed Heat

Part 10

Complete Part 10 of the Need for Speed Heat walkthrough, covering the Street X race, unlocking shops, and customizing your car with new parts and visual upgrades.

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Complete Part 10 of the Need for Speed Heat walkthrough, covering the Street X race, unlocking shops, and customizing your car with new parts and visual upgrades.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After the initial race against Adam and Lee, you'll receive Rachel's SMS about her car. Head to the Sprint race on your map.
  2. 2
    Race # 003/218: Sprint race on Palomino & 16th, 2.635 mi, Purse: 200. Opponents: Justin (Audi TT), Frank (Mazda RX-8), Bob (Ford Mustang GT). Strategy: Avoid traffic.
  3. 3
    After this race, you can choose your next car from a selection including Peugeot 206, Ford Focus, Toyota Corolla, Nissan 240SX, Mazda Miata MX-5, and Honda Civic. The Peugeot 206 and Nissan 240SX have the best Acceleration, the Nissan 240SX has the best Top Speed, and the Mazda Miata MX-5 has the best Handling.
  4. 4
    Head to the Car Lot and watch the video where you return Rachel's car.
  5. 5
    After leaving the Car Lot, you'll receive an SMS and a call to head to the Garage. Shops will be closed, and no races are available. Follow the GPS or your own route to the Garage.
  6. 6
    Enter the Garage and watch the video where Rachel introduces you to the Underground Racing world and you meet Tommy. You cannot perform upgrades yet as you don't have the world map or upgrades. Return to Explore Mode to begin Stage 1.
  7. 7
    Stage 1 - City Core: This stage has 5 races (1 Circuit, 1 Sprint, 1 Drift, 1 Drag, 1 Street X). Check progress by pressing Down on the D-pad, then Right.
  8. 8
    Rachel will inform you about tonight's races via SMS. Leave the Garage and head to the Street X race.
  9. 9
    Race # 004/218: Street X race on Industrial Park Track 2, 0.306 mi, Purse: 250. Opponents: Kirby (Mazda Miata MX-5), Phil (Nissan 240 SX), Mark (Nissan 240 SX). This is your first Street X race; watch the introductory video. Strategy: Avoid other cars, as they can spin and block the road.
  10. 10
    After the Street X race, your Game Completion Status is 2%, Parts Unlocked is 0%, Region Completion Status is 20.00%, and you have 1/5 World Event Wins.
  11. 11
    To unlock Shops, head northeast from the Street X race, follow the road to the end, turn right, take the first left, and then the first left again. Enter the Body Shop to unlock it and some parts.
  12. 12
    Purchase desired parts at the Body Shop.
  13. 13
    Leave the Body Shop, turn left, climb the road by the fountain, enter the stone road, turn left when you return to asphalt, take the first right, and enter the Graphics shop.
  14. 14
    Parts Unlocked at Graphics Shop:
    • Paint: Base Paint, Spoiler, Roof Scoop, Mirrors, Engine Accents are unlocked, but only Base Paint can be changed. 60 Gloss colors are available at $200 each, adding 0.10 stars to your visual rating.
  15. 15
    Vinyls: 4 layers (Flames, Flames Set, Lightning, Lightning Set) are available at $100 each, adding 0.04 stars to your visual rating.
  16. 16
    Decals: Available for Windshield, Rear Window, Left/Right Door, and Left/Right Quarter Panel.
Tips
  • Pay attention to traffic and avoid crashing into walls during corners in the first race.
  • The Sprint race, while slightly harder than the first, should be manageable if you avoid traffic.
  • Street X races are challenging without car upgrades; focus on avoiding other racers.
  • Keep an eye on Game Tips SMS for helpful information.
  • The GPS will guide you, but you can also explore your own routes.
  • Unlocks Freemont Track after the first race.
  • Access to car customization at the Body Shop and Graphics shop.
  • New car choices available after the Sprint race.

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