Our 5EATS are fast, but not around a track/autocross course. If AutoX is your focus, get a 5MT/6MT Legacy, or a Miata. You will always fall just a little short without a stickshift. As for 5EAT racing, If built correctly and you have deep pockets, its got great potential to be a decent 1/4 mile car...you already have the bushings so that's a start. I'm jealouse of that BTW. Other than that, they are phenomenal DD's for city driving.