Okay so I’m got a bit of choice paralysis over the past few days for a PC setup. Tons of research and all that. I’ve come down to a few choices, I’ll go cheapest to most expensive.

$190 - The Bare Minimum - T150 RS - T3PA Pedals - Could add a Newt Black Shifter, but overkill for this setup

$328 - The Clunky Classic - G29 Brake Mod - Newt Black Shifter

$468 - The Middle Child - TX Base - 30cm Alcantara Rim - T3PA Pedals - Note: No shifter, kinda weird

$695 - The Money Muncher / The Dream Starter - TX Base - Sparco R383 Wheel (or the Alcantara either way) - T-LCM Pedals - Newt Black Shifter - Possible Rig and Handbrake if we’re talking truly a dream starter

Now some of these are a little heavy on the pocket. The $300-$400 range is semi comfortable, especially closer to $300.

My main questions are regarding T300 reliability and build quality/feel, G29 clunkiness and the dead zone, T3PA Pedal quality (comparatively to the G29 with brake mod), and if the wheel/rim upgrades are worth it (and which is better)

Main things i’m hoping for are a smooth wheel with good FFB and a nice feel to it (in terms of leather vs plastic vs suede), and pedals that aren’t squishy or too hard.

Also you’re opinion on the newt black would be great cause I’ve only heard good things, along with any other starter setup suggestions you have! Thanks for the help!

TLDR: Choosing things is difficult