I'm not saying I want one

Might as well buy a real race car at that point

Actually, let’s say you have a 30k sim setup. What are the ongoing costs as compared to running a spec Miata?

12k startup cost for a decent midfield car, spares, trailer and safety. A budget cost for each season (8 races) would be 8k a year. $900 per race. so youre looking at 2 seasons plus buying a car vs that sim (with realistic rubber projectiles)

Hmm. Given the fact that many get bored within a couple years, the spec Miata is indeed a valid option. I suppose if you are buying 5 figure sim rigs, a spec Miata isn’t out of the cards as well.