I'm looking for ideas for more elbow room. I previously owned a MK II with a mild 302 and hand over hand steering was not possible because my left arm was way over the door.

I'm not terribly big, but, I am 6'0" and 230 LBS with wide shoulders. I love to drive the heck out of something, not just in a straight line. To be able to hand over hand steer a roadster, I estimate I need 5 to 6" more room.

I'd definitely consider buying a body without the door panels cut out and stepping over the side, if I could shave enough off of the doors.
I'd consider using an ecoboost 3.5 v-6 if I could shrink the trans tunnel and move the seat over.

I'd really consider anything, if I could drive the car to it's potential, and have fun with it.

Does anyone have ideas?

Thanks in advance for your time!
Jon