Then what's the point? If you're not in it for the work, what's so fun about having a modded 20-year-old platform with FWD? Yay, I bought it. Woohoo.
Other things can be had out there. But, the best part is making it yourself. I've got gearheads in my blood, so maybe I miss the point. I love doing things to the car and seeing it start up and work. Being faster is just the bonus.