Finding and restoring derelict cars in Need For Speed Payback is one of the most satisfying pursuits for virtual auto enthusiasts. These hidden treasures represent classic vehicles scattered around Fortune Valley waiting for a complete mechanical transformation. Players must locate the initial chassis before hunting down four individual replacement components to complete each vehicle project.
How to Unlock Derelict Projects
Before you can begin hunting for derelict parts, you must defeat specific street league bosses in the single-player campaign. Defeating a league leader unlocks a postcard clue that reveals the general location of a chassis on your map. Studying the topographic details on these clues helps narrow down the exact desert or mountain hideaway.
Locating the Five Essential Chassis
Fortune Valley hides five unique derelict vehicles, including iconic models like the Chevrolet Bel Air and Mustang 1965. Each chassis sits in an accessible open-world location, often tucked behind abandoned garages or desert structures. Once you drive up to a chassis, it automatically transfers to your workshop garage where assembly can begin.
Tracking Down Missing Car Components
Restoring a derelict requires finding four essential parts: the engine block, body panels, accessories, and wheels. These components are usually hidden on elevated cliffs or behind off-road ramps that require precise jump timing to reach. Paying close attention to audio cues when driving nearby helps identify when a missing part is close.
Restoring and Upgrading Your Classic Ride
After assembling all four parts in your garage, your derelict vehicle converts from a rusted frame into a fully functional machine. You can select its primary build class, transforming it into a race, drift, off-road, drag, or runner setup. Upgrading performance parts and unlocking super builds turns these historical cars into dominant racing machines.
