Super GT and Scud Race (same game) came in a really sweet upright, as did Daytona USA. And of course the Crazy Taxi shown above. To be honest I'd get any of those three before any F&F, Cruisin', or other series. Daytonas and Super GT are still on location making money, they get run until they literally fall apart. Still great games 15 years after their release.
Wade