I flew 71.7 tach hours for £4902, including standing costs, but not including landing charges, in 2013, in a group-owned P to F Jodel DR1050. A share costs £2200 at present. (None for sale.) I bought my share for £1600 at the start of 1990. 115kts cruise, 2+2 seats, run on mogas. Group funds are increasing at these prices, and catching-up rapidly on an adequete engine fund.
Find what sort of flying you enjoy first. Drop out if you can't find any flying you enjoy.
PS I agree with the bullet points post.