I'm interested in learning to drive a race car well, on tracks like
Laguna Seca and Sears Point. When I decide to learn how to race, I'll
start with sprint karts, but lets say (perhaps hypothetically) that the
goal for now is to run SCCA Solo I.
My criteria so far are:
1. Closed wheel.
2. Rear wheel drive.
3. Four or five speed gear box.
4. Licencable and street driveable; e.g., bolt in longitudinal roll bar
member.
5. Less expensive to buy, maintain and prep than other possible choices;
e.g., simple; relatively many examples available; relatively spacious
engine compartment; parts in good supply; mechanics around who know the
car; etc.
6. Excellent handling. (This is what I'm really looking for.)
At this point sheer speed and power are not important. I want a car I
can keep up with while I build skill and confidence. Four cylinders would
be fine and I prefer high displacement engines over those that develope
their power through high RPMs.
This is obviously a newbie question and I'm aware of the risk that my
criteria might deem me not entirely clear on the concept. Only one way to
find out.
I'd appreciate any suggestions or opinions, expect there may be a
variety of them and thank you for your help.
John Cowan
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