I am looking to get into IT racing next year. I have been looking at a 79 RX7 and and 85 GTI. I have heard the pros and the cons for using either of these cars. What do you guys/gals think?

What is the best car for a first time racer?

I have heard that parts for the 1st gen RX7's are starting to get rare, and the same is starting to happen with the VW's. I thought about a Miata, but some guys are spending some serious money to get their miata's to go fast. I want something I can race, have some fun, and not spend my kids college fund.

Please advise....and thanks.