Hey Blue...
Wanted to let you know that there are a lot of driving schools that will allow you to drive some of the fastest production models that are out right now. They are a lot of fun and they also teach you safety techniques and they get you insurance discounts for having had the training. I know that there are some in Texas and I think even in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. I do have to say that one of my favorite memories of my wedding was driving my uncles 1976 Jaguar E type coupe convertible. I can't wait for my dads restored 1967 GTX convertible that he is finishing the restoration of right now. I do believe that simulators are fun, but nothing beats the feel of a real roar under a hood. Do you knwo that the reason they are replacing the Trans Am's is because they are bringing back new GTO's!
Find one and have fun!