New to this game and have a couple questions

Firstly, why does the timer jump to 14 seconds when i start a stage?

Second, is there an easy way to move the camera back in cockpit view?

Thirdly, is there a nice simple mod that makes the game look better...like a texture or shader pack?

Lastly, any good skins for the 00 Subaru and the 206?

I will probably get some of the more complex mods for this game but not straight away.

Thanks in advance