When I was 7 shopping, I tried everything on the market. The Stalker was the clear choice for my needs. The engineering is well done, the fiberglass parts are top notch. The drivetrain is simple, reliable and way powerful. Sounds good too. The 3.4 is more than you'll ever really need on the street and plenty quick on the track. I've even taken to starting autox in 3rd gear, spinning the 10 inch slicks and not bothering with any shifting on the whole course.
It is simply the best value out there for the performance. Getting to know Dennis Brunton is an extra bonus.