I like you Craig,
@ Wrath - that is basically my plan Want mah AWD
It's a lot easier being in WA compared to the other states as far as restrictions for P platers goes.
I've seen red P platers in R32 GTRs and the likes.. makes me jealous.. But I'd rather wait until I don't have the plates to make myself -less- of a target
@ OP - I think if I were in your position, i'd go with a car with a bit of fuel efficiency until you're off the P's to ease savings and such.
I'm driving my VT wagon currently. I get 800kms odd out of my tank which i think is pretty farkin good, I haven't modded it in any form, never going to.
I'm going to keep it until I get the GTR, which I know will take a while but it'll be worth it in the end.
Either way, in the end the choice is up to you, we're all giving you the advice, so take what you will and use it with good reason.
Take it easy,
Rick