Well i know the car im interested in does have history and its only had 4 owners, its also had the valves/lifters replaced and engine reconditioned not long ago, also a reconditioned fresh turbo.

It has an exhaust and filter already fitted aswell as a cosworth fuel pump, airtec front mount and LUK clutch.

So its a nice base to start a little project on, i dont want to go silly with it really just get whats available without having to rebuild the engine etc. Like you point out there are many tried and tested methods i was just wondering what will probably be the best route to take for a car in that form.

I assume the following then..

Chip/Remap
Maybe a little more boost with electronic boost controller.