The back off the box says no 480p can anyone confirm whether it is WS and 480p or not?

No one here is interested in this game other than you and me. You best post at Gamefaqs or IGN.

My girlfriend wants me to get this.. it's a lot of fun.

I bought this last week and it's a good attempt. I loved the arcade machine and was waiting for the sequel. Playing through the branching arcade levels was fun but the no custom soundtracks really p's me off. As a whole, I'd say it's a rental. I haven't tried it on my HDTV or Live.

No custom soundtracks? On a racing game? Shame on you Sega.

I was bummed about the lack of custom soundtracks also, but I picked it up w/ the B2G1 TRU sale. Live racing is pretty good, plus additinal cars, music, and original outrun are unlockable - worth the $40 IMHO.