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I am really beginning to miss access to a 'fun' car.......yes I know I said the Corrolla is fun but let's be honest...it aint THAT fun!!

Does anyone have any suggestions as to what car can be had for under
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A car which can crack ten seconds to 60 constitutes a performance car in your book Paul? You must be missing some decent poke!

Why don't you buy a 1.8 early MX5?
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Toyota MR2, Austin Mini, possibly Nissan 200SX...

MGFs aren't that much more than 2k too.

Depends what you're after...
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I was going to suggest the MX6 2.5V6

It has a lovely engine. Very reliable, relatively rare but has a strong enthusiasts following. Handles well.

The engine will do 300K mile easy if looked after.

I had one for a few years and loved it.
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has to be cheap as chips to run
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Vauxhall Nova sport
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Originally Posted by craig armstrong,Apr 28 2005, 09:16 AM
Why don't you buy a 1.8 early MX5?
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Buy yourself a classic.

It won't have the acceleration and top speed but it will
be cheap to run and a great smile factor.

Tyres
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Originally Posted by craig armstrong,Apr 28 2005, 08:16 AM
Why don't you buy a 1.8 early MX5?
good sugestion or gaddafi choice of a MG Midget

both smart and fun to drive.
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There's always the Mazda MX3 1.8V6 too. If you fancy a giggle the 2.5V6 from the MX6 drops straight in.

Possibly the most fun you can have in a little car...
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