What is the average 1/4 mile time for a 1200 with a standard CA18det? my mate and i are having a debate about it so can somone clear it up for us.

really depends on the motor condition.. but my mates ute in sydney ran a 12.3 10psi with a 3'' exhaust and a supra stock intercooler..
coupes would run about 13 with these mods.. early next year i am gonna run my ute on 1/4 after i put bigger turbo on. and get a good tune.

I must say thats pretty bloody quick!for such a small car! that would beat most factory turbos,surpose depends on the driver! the mind boggles at what ETA'S can be achieved with even little mods likebolt on accesories, let alone going the whole nine yards with bottomend and to end mods. i'm interested to hear from other happy motorists that have a CA conversion. I guess the $64000 question is, do you think its worth it? i'm trying to decide what i want to do, i was thinking about a L-series conversion or a turbo A-series or one of the toyota supercharger unit that can be obtained from one of the many importers.I JUST DON'T KNOW, SO MANY OPTIONS WERE DO I START?

Starting point = Cash
I would suggest you look at your budget first and set a realistic goal. Sure you could do the flashest mods available but it depends on when you want the car on the road. 1yr or 10yrs. Then think of the legalities of the mods for your state (what is and isnt allowed). For example im starting off small with a worked A14 but in time i want to insert a VG30 non turbo.