90's "muscle car" choices?

Hello,

I know this is a Mopar site so I didn't get lost on the way here. For a variety of reasons I would like to get a newer, RWD EFI car with a manual transmission. Something presentable and affordable as in under 3k. Just a fun driver.

Please be kind. I know brand loyalty is strong amongst Mopar people but I don't know of any sporty RWD cars that are EFI for under 3k made by Mopar.

Currently I own an 87 Mustang that I am making a half-hearted effort to sell. It is a bit of a project but is solid. It may be more of a project than I need right now though. If it does not sell, I will finish it later this winter.

For a car of this vintage I can see two options more or less. The 5.0 or the Camaro z28.

I've owned one 5.0 already. I never saw under 19 MPG it handled well and was fun to drive. Pretty reliable. I drove it 160 miles a day for two summers.

They would seem to be a logical car. But........I keep looking at the 93+ z28. The thought of another 50 CID, a 6-speed etc. for the same money more or less is tempting. I've done some research and they do have a few documented issues. Not entirely sure on fit and finish, opti's etc.

Ideas? Thoughts? Actual experience with the z28?

I'd like a newer one but 6k+ is out of my price range right now.

Thank you for your ideas:D