I hired one for the day and when I took it back I could hardly get out i was in so much pain.
Still bought one as it is the most fun car I’ve driven. With the peddles moved forward by drilling an extra hole and and a 50mm steering spacer comfort is transformed.(ish)
As for reliability, maybe (ish) after all the upgrades are done i.e. Phil Bleazey drivetrain mods etc.