If you're dead set on a warbird, might I sugest you try one of the .40 sized ones out there? World models Mustang, or one of the Koyosho .40 sized warbirds? Most of them are much lighter and less expensive! than 60 sized warbirds, they're less intimidating and you will have much less blood, sweat and tears invested in them. Oh and did I mention they're cheaper? A good way to learn a taildragger and get a look at warbird flying characteristics.

Andy