a thirdgen would be a nice starter. plentiful and cheap, parts are everywhere.
the V8's are all jsut small blocks, so which induction sits on top really isn't that important.
the fuel injected cars get better mileage, which woudl prolly be better for a HS aged kid.
most thirdgen V8's will put out a puff of oil smoke at start up, not a big deal, GM just used kinda crappy valve seals on them.
a solid body is what is really important. all the bolt on/bolt in stuff can be found at any shop or slavage yard around.
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