Is a 2g Eclipse GST a good car to learn to mod and tune one?

Hey guys, So I really really want to start modding and tuning cars I'm thinking about getting a gst because i can get a stock one really cheap for fun to learn on. So is it a good car to learn on? I already know allot about cars and turbos and everything just don't have any experience working on them. I have been reading alot about different cars and how to properly mod them. Yes I know that the 7 bolt 4g63 is notoriously known for having crank walk I've done my research.