15, man I'm 20 and I'm just getting my car to scoot. I'm on my 3rd civic, 87 4dr, 91 4dr, 89 hatch (current). Just realize it takes time to build a 200 whp streetable car. I've been working on mine for 2 years and the money and time will definately add up. Just take it slow, you don't need to beat everyone right away, plus you're are still gonna need to learn to drive it.

yeah I know, you're already a great driver, right? Wrong, it takes a lot of experience to push a car to its limits, and that's what you'll need to do to win.

If you want more speed, weight reduction also works wonders, in a car as light as ours, if you shave off another 100 lbs, you'll definately be faster, just remember where it comes from, the balance of our car isn't great and needs to be dealt with...

Go get a job before you worry about what to buy, then research around, find the right prices, the right mods, reputable shops, and by the time you are satisfied with all your finds, you'll have more to spend...

Jung