aja8888
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Anyone mention Miatas
Let me read back posts and check.
Anyone mention Miatas
I loved my S2000 when I had it!
Mine is a 2002. Best car of its type out there. And it’s a Honda so it’s going to run reliable. Mine is like new and now has 39,000 miles on it. Redline is 9000 RPM. Only a few cars in the world can do that. No turbo, not many bells and whistles, just raw 6 speed RWD fun.
Unmolested ones like mine are hard to find, but possible under $20k.
My "toy" is a 66 Chevelle SS. Strictly good for straight lines but I love rowing through the gears and hearing the thunder of the V8.
To this day I still miss the S2000. Also, it looks like the depreciation slowed dramatically after I’d sold. Clean versions are challenging to find now.
One car not mentioned so far. A Honda S2000. This was one of my favorite cars ever and am still sorry I sold mine. They have a bullet proof engine and a great manual 6 speed. Look for one that has not been overly modified and you’ll have a very fun car. I like Miatas as well but the Honda is a bit more engaging.
Oops. Just re-read and saw another mention. Great car.
I'll be selling a classic car, and am considering replacing it with a more recent sports car. What I want:
The car would not be driven in the winter. Might occasionally be driven to work, but for the most part would be a fun weekend ride. Maybe a couple thousand miles/year.
- $25K price limit
- manual transmission
- rear wheel drive
- nimble & fast
I've always desired a Porsche 911, and the '99-'04 Carreras fit the bill. What other year/make/model would you suggest?
Thanks.
That is a good read, thanks for the link. Looking on the bmwusa.com certified & used car website I found several 228i and even the newer 230i cars that meet the OP's price point. The classic answer to the OP's question, at least with regards to BMW, is the M3. Fast, fun, and practical (backseat, trunk, etc.) My own opinion is that their ride is tuned too flinty for the car to be a daily driver on my state's rough roads. But, I haven't driven a recent M3.....Get the used 2015 BMW 228 M Sport...
You,can read why it is better than the more expensive M2 and M235.
It is cheap and a blast.
https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a29245/bmw-2-series-comparison-test/
That is a good read, thanks for the link. Looking on the bmwusa.com certified & used car website I found several 228i and even the newer 230i cars that meet the OP's price point. The classic answer to the OP's question, at least with regards to BMW, is the M3. Fast, fun, and practical (backseat, trunk, etc.) My own opinion is that their ride is tuned too flinty for the car to be a daily driver on my state's rough roads. But, I haven't driven a recent M3.