I am looking to get a cheap car to start going to track days with, my own car is too nice to stuff into a tyre wall so Im definatley wanting a second car that I can strip all the weight out of and tune the car up

I have a welder and a mechanic to hand, with storage/workshop facilities, so over the summer is the ideal time for me to get this sorted.

I know 205's and Paxos are quite popular as track day cars, but there are loads of felicia kit cars and such so there are some performance parts avaliable. The Felicia is quite light as well, so thats another bonus

I dont know which engine to go for, Im definatley avoiding the 1.3SPI, leaving the 1.3 MPI the VW 1.6 and the Diesel. Im imagining the diesel wouldnt be too bothered if it had a turbo attatched, but will the extra weight over the front make it more understeery. If I get a petrol engine it's going to be charged, preferably with an Eaton M45, im wondering which engine would suit this best?

Has anyone done anything similar with a Felicia before that can offer advice?

There's always failed track car projects for sale, pistonheads have a lot listed normally.

The benefit is you're normally half way there and never pay anything like what it would cost to prep it yourself. If you get one with a Rollcage (for body stiffness) that saves you £600 if it's installed properly etc. etc.