I'd say keep lucky dogs, wave arounds, and do the 12 race championship system with a season-long championship as well if that system is to be changed. However, I really like the challenge of the current Chase system the most - as a fan and driver it is absolutely nerve-wracking and this intensity adds a lot to the excitement in my opinion. The most exciting Chase prior to this year's format change for me was 2011 - the race at Homestead was a battle for the ages and almost as if not just as exciting as the 1992 Hooters 500 as far as season finales go.

$100 before shipping seems a bit steep at first but the pattern looks like it could fit a DSD or similar adapter for anyone that would want to put one on their Logitech G25/G27 or Thrustmaster T500RS. Plus it looks like an somewhat imitation of the NASCAR Momo steering wheels which usually run for like $350-400 from what I've seen so it might be the closest you can get to one of those without breaking the bank 
http://www.fanatec.com/us-en/steering-wheel-accessories/clubsport-wheel-rim-oval-us.html