To get to specifics I am new to flying. Been around it for a bit but never have flown. I have been looking at the Wilga 2000. It comes ALMOST universally recommended for beginners. Available from several suppliers - google it and see what you think. Many good planes out there and I think the ready to fly version goes for about $160. US... I also think you can find several decent planes in that price range but personally have been warned away from the J3 Cub as being difficult to fly for a first plane by fliers who have been around a while...I am in Canada so I am faced with average $30. to $40 US in freight on most models - probably a lot cheaper for shipping in the US.
I would also be interested in some opinions on the Wilga from the more experienced in this forum.