Quote Originally Posted by 2.25teg
A miata is a good car to learn on but don't forget bout the fun factor thats what its all about what you`ll enjoy
So a Miata doesn't have the fun factor? lol

WHY a 4 door Teg????

And sure a Chevy V8 is cheap and reliable, but why spend all that money building a car? He sounds to me he wants seat time, get a BMW or a Miata, put a few small mods on it, and start learning. As you progress, make it faster or upgrade.