domesticpower
Track Addict
I would argue that list may tell what makes it unique but the reason it's special is how well it all comes together. It is just the right amount of noise (alright, with the baffles removed and axle backs lol), the mostly race-ready engine and the perfect balance between low end torque and high rpm power/breathing, the perfect balance between being "raw" and perfectly comfortable for street driving (I know most of us here prefer stiff being track enthusiasts), and one of the closest production cars to neutral handling balance you can get. Then combine all that with the capability, specially given the solid axle, and the price.
Over the years and after driving various different cars on track, I've realized that very few cars hit that sweet spot as well. The best and most fun to drive "track specials" usually cost too much and/or are go too far in one side or the other (too stiff and loud or too soft and cushy, rev to the moon with no low end power or a lot of low end power but don't rev as high, etc.).
Over the years and after driving various different cars on track, I've realized that very few cars hit that sweet spot as well. The best and most fun to drive "track specials" usually cost too much and/or are go too far in one side or the other (too stiff and loud or too soft and cushy, rev to the moon with no low end power or a lot of low end power but don't rev as high, etc.).