Welcome to Gran Turismo 5 on PlayStation 3! This is the definitive driving simulator where you'll master every track, unlock legendary cars, and climb the ranks of the GT World Championship. From mastering basic cornering techniques like "B-1: Basic Cornering" to dominating the highest levels of competition, GT5 offers a deep and rewarding experience for any racing enthusiast.
This guide is your key to conquering the game's toughest challenges. We'll provide strategies for overcoming the notoriously difficult Jeff Gordon NASCAR School and the blistering-fast Sebastian Vettel X2010 Challenge. Plus, learn efficient credit farming methods to ensure you can afford the ultimate racing machines and achieve total domination on the track.
-HARD ONE-
Conquer Gran Turismo 5's 'Hard One' challenge with this guide. Learn how to modify your Dodge Ram 1500, tune your transmission and differential, and strategies for both A-Spec and B-Spec races at Laguna Seca and Daytona.
- 1Obtain a Pickup Truck: The Dodge Ram 1500 Laramie Hemi Quad Cab '04 is recommended. This can be won by achieving Bronze in all International A License tests.
- 2Modify the Truck: Spend money on all available modifications to reach approximately 725hp.
- 3A-Spec Race - Laguna Seca: With the modified truck, you should be able to win this race without exceptional driving.
- 4A-Spec Race - Daytona: Your top speed may be insufficient. Adjust the following:
- Drivetrain Tab: Set the Torque Sensing Center Differential to Front "10" and Rear "90."
- 5Transmission Tab: Switch to the STANDARD TRANSMISSION. Alternatively, if using a customized transmission, set the maximum speed to around 190mph. The standard transmission allows for approximately 160mph at Daytona.
- 6B-Spec Race - Laguna Seca: Use the Standard Transmission and 4WD set to 10/90. Employ the General Driving Strategy. The AI driver may slide but will be fast enough to maintain a significant lead, especially through the Corkscrew.
- 7B-Spec Race - Daytona: Keep the same settings as Laguna Seca (Standard Transmission, 4WD 10/90). The AI driver should perform similarly to your A-Spec race, potentially with an even larger lead.
- The Torque Sensing Center Differential is rarely used elsewhere in the game.
- Ensure you keep pacing the B-Spec driver up when their condition drops below half.
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Unlock the Nissan Calsonic Skyline GT-R, Bugatti Veyron, and Cizeta V16T in Gran Turismo 5 by completing specific championships.
Japanese 90's Challenge:
- Win the Nissan Calsonic Skyline GT-R Race Car '93 from the Super GT event in A-Spec.
- Obtain the same car via Gran Turismo Data Sheet (GDS) for B-Spec.
Tous France Championship:
- Win the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 '09 by winning the A-Spec Gran Turismo World Championship in the Professional Series.
- No coaching (B-Spec assistance) is necessary for this reward.
Festa Italliano:
- Win the Cizeta V16T '94 from the MR Sports Cup event in the Extreme Series (A-Spec).
- Obtain the same car via Gran Turismo Data Sheet (GDS) for B-Spec.
- The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 '09 is a favorite for its retractable spoiler and high horsepower, suitable for high-speed launches.
-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.
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.
- 1Tune 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.
- 2A-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.
- 3B-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.
- 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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Master Gran Turismo 5's Professional and Expert Series with insider tips. Learn how to tune your cars and dominate races like the Festa Cavallino and Schwarzwald A.
Alright, so you're looking to breeze through some of the tougher races in Gran Turismo 5, huh? This section is all about getting that edge so you can pretty much coast to victory. We'll cover some key races from the Professional and Expert Series, focusing on how to get the best cars and tune them up right. Stick with me, and you'll be leaving the competition in the dust.
Professional Series Quick Guide:
- Mini Challenge: Grab a Mini Cooper S '07 from the dealership.
- Muscle Car Championship: You'll need the Ford GT LM Race Car Spec II, which you get from winning the Dream Car Championship in A-Spec.
- Supercar Festival: The Red Bull is your go-to here.
- Lupo Cup: The Volkswagen Lupo GTI Cup Car (J) '03 is your prize for winning the Euro Hot Hatch Championship in the Amateur Series (A-Spec).
- Japanese 80's Festival: Aim for the Toyota Minolta 88-cv Race Car '89 by winning the Like the Wind event in the Extreme series (A-Spec).
- Lamborghini Challenge: A Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 '08 can be bought new.
- British Lightweights: The Jaguar XJ13 Race Car '66 is your reward for winning the Indy 500 (A-Spec) in the endurance series.
- Festa Cavallino: You'll need a Ferrari Enzo Ferrari '02, which you can buy new. This one's a bit tricky. Even with mods, you'll need to drive well and pay close attention, especially in B-Spec. Your car is faster on the straights, so once you get ahead (it took me about 2 laps), you can build a lead. Just keep an eye on your B-Spec driver – if they get too worked up, they might slide into the barriers on the chicanes.
- Gran Turismo World Championships: Yep, the Red Bull again.
Expert Series Breakdown:
- Tuned Car Championship: You guessed it, bring out the Red Bull.
- Schwarzwald A: The Audi Lemans Quattro '03 is your target, won from the European Championship in A-Spec. Now, here's a crucial tip: this is a 4WD car on a road course. To make it handle like a proper race car, go into the drivetrain tuning menu and change the 4WD split from 50/50 to 10/90. You'll absolutely need to do this for the Schwarzwald B event anyway, so get it done now to save yourself time later.
- MR Sports Cup: You'll be aiming for the Ford GT LM Spec II Race Car, which you win from the Dream Car Championship in the Extreme Series (A-Spec).
Pro Tip: For many of these races, especially the endurance ones or those where you need to win a specific car, you'll also get a 'GDS' (Gran Turismo Datalogger?) for B-Spec. Make sure to grab that if you plan on tackling the races in B-Spec mode too!
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