Lessee, for $12K you could get a fully restored 60's Nova SS and smoke the crap outta most of the road. I also like the F-Body Idea. The F-bodies always outclassed Mustangs. Another idea would be an older Corvette. you can usually get older C5s for around that price, or if you are lucky, a nice ZR-1 C4. I recently saw a '90 model for $11k. I personally would take a vette or a bird over a stang anyday. Oh and I don't know what you are talking about with the F-bodies. The ergonomics in them are not a problem with me, and I've worked on and rode in many. I regularly drive with my friend in his '92 Firebird drop top, and I have no problems whatsoever. Even head room and legroom with the top up aren't an issue, and I'm '6"3! Try out the interior yourself before drawing your conclusions.

J.T. 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 294ci V8. Custom CAI, headers on the way... 1997 Mercury Mystique Zetec ATX Deceased February 2006