Overview
The ST79 is the best budget racing car in NTE. At 600,000 Fons, it’s affordable enough to purchase relatively early in the game while still being competitive in story-mode races and early multiplayer events.
Performance Analysis
The ST79 won’t win any awards for speed, but it’s reliable and predictable. Its balanced stats mean you won’t be caught off guard by sudden handling changes, and it can complete all story-mode races without modifications.
Best Use Case
The ST79 is your “first real car” — the vehicle that gets you through the early racing content while you save up for something better. Don’t invest heavily in modifications; save those Fons for a Griffin or higher-tier vehicle.
Upgrade Path
ST79 → Griffin (1.5M) → Pursuit V8 (4M) → Pendragon (12M)
This is the most common vehicle progression for F2P players.