[john]

1g parts are cheaper as we don't always have to pay for the sexy name when purchasing things (hks, greddy, etc.). As far as easier to work on, I was referring to the tranny swap, clutch, headgasket (ARP's) which should be done on any car than wants to go "fast". I quote Mike (AKA) raptor on this one, "When buying a 2g, first hold a 2600 clutch disk up to it. It will crankwald at first sight." If you think that 1g's crankwalk just as easily as 2gs, you are stupid. Just because you don't hear of all the 2gs walking in the bubble of your life doens't mean it happens. Especially when you start to mod them. Look around on other forums and see which cars actually crankwalk.

Back on topic. If you are buying this car for all out performance, get a 1g. If you are going to go race only, buy a shell. That will save you alot of money.