I get between 11 - 14mpg, no chip just stock.

The only reasonably priced car I would rather own then the Lightning would be a Cobra w/ an Eaton S/C, just like the L.

If you want a great looking car that handles nice, thats fun to drive, gets decent mileage and is fast get the Cobra.

If you want attention, the only whining sound you'll ever like, a 2 seater, tow big things and still be faster then other cars on the road, handles like a sports car, get a Lightning