Thanks for replies. This is a serious idea for me so any help or ideas are appreciated.

I have found a lot of threads on various forums about having to treat mid engine'd cars with respect. I think what I've got from it is you can't just get in one and drive it, you need to learn it.

My next step is to get a plan together, so currently looking a at rear hub options. Obviously I could use front hubs but I just don't like that idea much.