Hello. I recently bought a 1976 2002 as a second car while I put my e30 down for paint and to stroke the motor. I bought the '02 with the intention of turning it into a stripped-down track-only M2. The appeal of a ~260hp 2.5L s14 in a <1900 lb car intrigues me greatly. I know of the rediculous cost of upgrading/upkeeping a s14 so no lectures needed on that front. I dont see myself getting out of this project for less than $40k if done correctly. Thats fine, IF its worth it. Its just that every article I read about M2s, the owner doesnt seem like he got what he wanted out of the project, a bit disappointed if i may. Are there some inherent characteristics in this chassis/powertrain combination that keep it from being an absolute track monster? Ive read of the axle hop, how bad is it really? Im not putting an m20 in there so its either a complete balls-out m10 or a s14. I think you can get much more from a s14 albeit at a much greater cost. So, comments, advice, suggestions, experience?