You think your experience ("evidence") is conclusive in saying that the S2K insurance is always much higher than a Miata? SO many variables to consider. Food for thought for you, you anecdotal queen. I pay 420 dollars every 6 months for full coverage and a 500 dollar deductible and I'm 19 years old. People that claim insurance is outrageous on S2K's have NOT done all the research necessary to find great deals (I admit it is high, as it should be) and probably haven't thoroughly researched other sport car insurance costs for relative pricing which matters here. S2k insurance is high, but to claim with such dogmatic evidence, that s2k's are MUCH (your example was nearly twice as much, which is a bit "perfect" for your ignorant bashing) higher than a sporty rear wheel drive convertible of EQUAL value (who knows all your variables involved with your conclusion) is absurd. That being said, I stated that I "doubt" (I acknowledge being corrected with the viewing of somewhat fairly scientific data, none of which is offered here)that it is that MUCH more. I also just looked up some insurance pricing online using state farm (this proves nothing) and the premiums were actually pretty close. S2K being higher, not MUCH higher (subjective but being 120 more every 6 months can't be reason to shoo someone away from a car). To the OP, miata is a great car, but don't waste your time and energy with the buying and selling process and get what you want (and seem to be able to afford). Good luck with your purchase, let us know .
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You're so cute. I remember what it was like to be on mommy and daddy's insurance plan at 19 too. Enjoy that while it lasts.
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Bad sign when a 19 year old is being more mature than you, 606.

 

Actually, I found riding a bike helped me understand throttle control and cornering. The throttle input, braking, steering of the S2000 in a hot corner is quite responsive. Almost like a mid-sized bike. Say 600cc sports bike.


Hey! I look at it this way. The S2000 is a perfect car to help me eventually drive the Ferrari 458 Spyder of my future!

 

Just buy a S2000, they are cheap and a dime a dozen.

 

'86 Suzuki Samurai. Worked for me

 

Any car with a light clutch engagement is a good first car to learn on.
Buy an s2000.

I learned how to drive stick on a bpu 3000gt vr4. Now that was difficult challenge.

 

If your dream is to have the S, go for the S. It's an easy car to drive normal. Why wait?

 

This 1,000 times over. I had a Miata and I loved it, but it was no s2000. Just get the S and you'll thank us. If you're really worried about not being experienced enough to drive the car, just remember that cars have this thing called an accelerator and only you get to decide how hard you press it. Just go slow until you feel comfortable.

 

This -1000 times. Why ruin a perfectly good s2000 clutch/flywheel by being a n00b, when you can ruin a Miata's instead?

 

This -1000 times. Why ruin a perfectly good s2000 clutch/flywheel by being a n00b, when you can ruin a Miata's instead?
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Because it doesn't take most people more than 15 minutes to learn how to drive a manual transmission without ruining a clutch and replacing a clutch is cheaper than buying a whole other car.

 

It doesn't get any easier than learning to drive a manual on an S2000. Buying, selling, and buying two cars will cost way more than a clutch job.