So it looks like I will be picking up a 2002 MCS with 70k miles on the clock. Has the common scratches here and there but nothing my Flex won't take care of. Older gentlemen has had the car and lost his job. Picking it up for a really good price. It has an intake and "looks" to have springs. What do you guys think?



Got to replace the tails and a front side marker. Is there anything else I should be looking for or need to replace asap? Going to start a TSX HID retro fit soon as well.

What needs to be done to get 200 RWHP?

 

200 RWHP? You do realize this is a fwd car, don't you? To get 200hp, you are looking at better heads and a good tune. At the very least. Underdrive s/c pulley, CAI, better exhaust.... your wallet is your only obstacle.

 

I'm okay with the pulley, CAI (which it already has) and better exhaust. Are heads a must to get 200 RWHP? i do realize this is FWD. What about Meth?

 

If you have the basics, then a head upgrade is next. The RMW "Jesus" head is one possibility. 200 is a tough number to hit.
Heads, cams, now you're into some serious money. A specific computer tune is a must after all of the hardware changes.
There are a lot of threads on here about chasing HP.

 

Thanks for your help.

 

Been here a long time, modded 3 MINIS, done lots of research. Happy to help out.