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Discover the top-tier 524 HP cars in Gran Turismo 2! Get expert tips on the best vehicles to dominate the track and secure your victory.

Alright, so you're looking to get into the higher horsepower classes in Gran Turismo 2, specifically around the 524 HP mark? That's where things start getting really exciting! I've gone through pretty much every car you can get in the game, bought 'em all, and raced 'em all to find my absolute favorites in different power brackets. This list focuses on the cream of the crop, the ones that really stood out to me after putting them through their paces. Keep in mind, there were a bunch of other solid contenders that came really close, but these are the ones I kept coming back to. Honestly, some of the smaller, less powerful cars just feel like a drag after you've experienced this kind of speed – I'd almost say they could be removed from the game!

Here are my top picks for cars that hit that sweet spot, especially around the 524 HP range and slightly above:

• FORD Puma 1.7 Zetec-SE VCT
• TOYOTA Momo MR2 GT '99
• SUBARU Impreza Rally Car
• VW New Beetle GT
• NISSAN Skyline Silhouette Formula (R30)
• NISSAN R390 GT1 LM Race Car '97
• TOYOTA GT-ONE Race Car '98
• SUZIKI Cultus Pikes Peak Version
• SUZIKI Escudo Pikes Peak Version

Now, I've also had some other players chime in with their own favorites, and it's always cool to see what else is out there. For instance, the Unisia GT-R GT(J) '99 is a real gem for handling, and the Toyota GT-ONE Road Car '98 is an absolute monster. Seriously, slap a Level 4 turbo on that GT-ONE, set the gearbox to full wide, and you're looking at speeds well over 275 mph on the test track with a little drafting! It's MR drivetrain, so it can get a bit twitchy sometimes, but it's still super controllable compared to something like the Speed 12 – that thing feels like you're driving on ice!

If you're eyeing those <591hp races, the Skyline Silhouette Formula R30 (which usually comes in around 555hp) is a fantastic choice. You snag that one from an 80's sportscar race. And speaking of the Escudo, if it's anything like the GT-ONE in terms of speed and handling, it's bound to be a blast. The GT-ONE is a bit of a beast to get, though – it's a prize from the Special Stage R5 endurance race. That race is a tough one, takes about an hour and seven minutes, and sometimes you might end up with the rally car instead, which is still good, but not quite the same thrill.