Hey a thousand dollar gtp. It will still run just not well

Honestly get a cheap ass Honda that way you won't mod it without embarrassment. It will get good gas mileage unlike a gp (I did 32mpg on my stripped down beater coupe)

Get something with a stick. No matter what if your a car guy you'll enjoy driving it. Pay in cash for the full amount and then beat on it every day till your out of school and can afford to work for what you want.

If your dad is just gonna pay for it than still get a 1000$ Honda. They last forever with maintenance