Ok, I'm autocrossing so much now that I'm starting to think it's time for a purpose built car. I'm starting to run some national events this year and KNOW that a 3600lb cobra isn't going to cut it.

Here's what I need:

350+ rwhp/tq across a reasonable rpm band.
As close to 2500lbs as I can get.


Here's what I'm thinking will fit the bill...

Foxbody notchback. 2.3L Turbo. 8.8" solid rear swap. Big Brakes. 3 link rear. Coilovers all around. Subframes and possibly a cage for additional rigidity if weight allows(harness and camera mounts at a minimum), the biggest tires i can fit under it.

Obviously, this car will be lightened as much as permitted under the rules (no a/c, no stereo, manual locks/windows, etc).

How close do you think I can get to 2500lbs?

Dave (forcefed), you're the 2.3 turbo man. How's the powerband in the 4cyl's look in that range? How far can they bored/stroked out to?