[curtis73]

1) any of the Fox body fords. Mustang is great, but probably more expensive to buy compared to an 80's Tbird. Most performance parts will work on both cars.

2) Camaro. Starting in 1992 the manual was a T56 six speed. The 94 and later six speeds were a little better ratio and a little stronger.

3) Datsun 310 or 510. They hold rotaries very well, they're light, but unfortunately they're in high demand which tends to bump up the cost abnormally high.

4) I know its cliche, but an early Chevy 2/Nova. Small, light, easy parts, and it holds a big block nicely. You can find a two-door I-6 car for next to nothing.