Noel,
You should really come out and see us/ take a ride with us. We always have something going on just about every weekend. The WCCC has a large variety of cars brands and engine types to view and get seat of the pants opinions of. We are going to breakfast and for a cruise this Saturday if you are interested in riding along with one of us? Feel free to contact us through this thread or e-mail. I believe we have 50 or so active club members in the Chicago area.
Come on out, you won't regret it.
If you make a purchase soon enough you can race it at the dragstrip on May 15th with us.
Really, take a look at all brand cars and engine types before you make any decisions. You may end up liking a car you never knew existed.