I take it that you are around 20 -25 yrs old.... reminds me when my little sister who was 21 and said her life long dream was to go to New York....I'm not making fun of you, it is just ....funny. i am 44yrs old. I own a dragster that does from 0 to200 mph in a 1/4mile. I have have not raced it in 2 yrs. One engine cost $17,000. I JUST KEEP WORKING FOR IT! I will race it again in about a month... If it is worth it then work for it, save your money. If you have free time, then HELP out at the DZ. As you were told before these people will get to know you and will help you IF you show yourself helpful Good luck!