I am a novice mechanic wannabe that wants to try to own/keep up an older car as a project?

Question

I like 70s 80s Triumphs, MGs, Mercedes and Porsches ($4000 - $8000) range. What would you prefer in terms of looks (subjective I know), servicability, parts, quality etc.?

Answer 1

as a novice i would suggest that  you get a  popular car  of that time so parts are easier to find as well as information on service and repair

Answer 2

Triumph TR7, awesome looking and agile car. Common enough so parts may not be too much of an issue.