When looking for a used sports car, the passage of time does wonders to help reduce the cost of entry. Like luxury cars, the best used sports cars - in most cases - suffer from severe depreciation that puts them in the realm of the possible for those with a more modest car-buying budget. For the price of a well-equipped family sedan you can easily find yourself driving around in a used sports car that will offer outstanding performance and exceptional handling. Sometimes, you'll pay even less than that to get your road-going excitement.
Let's take a quick look at 10 of the best used sports cars currently on the market.
2009-2010 Porsche Cayman S
The Porsche Cayman S is the best-kept secret in the German brand's line-up, as this entry-level compact coupe is in many ways a better drive than the range-topping Porsche 911. Starting in 2009, examples of the Porsche Cayman S The first-in-a-row fuel injection, which allowed its 3.4-liter, six-cylinder engine to jump to 320 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Featuring a mid-engine design that optimizes balance, the Cayman S can be shifted through either a traditional six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual that offers lightning-quick gear changes.
2012 - 2013 Ford Mustang Boss 302
The Ford Mustang Boss 302 is a rare example of a major company that keeps its promise to build only a few examples of a very popular car. The Ford Mustang Boss 302 only graced the dealerships for the 2012 and 2013 model years, but it left an indelible impression on anyone with the good fortune that had driven the muscle coupe. Much more like a sports car than the standard Mustang GT on which it was based, among other improvements, the Boss 302 introduced a track-tuned suspension system, a dramatically revised 5.0-liter V-8 featuring 444 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque, and a 'track key' that activated a secondary engine management system when used (for off-road purposes only, of course). Output is sent to the rear wheels through a Torsen limited-slip differential and a six-speed manual transmission.
2006-2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is a heavy hitter on the used sports car scene, as it comes with an aluminum frame, a larger and more powerful engine, and a stiffer suspension when compared to the already formidable Corvette standard. The first two years of the C6 generation's Chevrolet Corvette Z06 production (2006 and 2007) offer the best value for bargain-hunting buyers, with a 505 horsepower, 7.0-liter V-8 engine that also produces 470 lb-ft of torque coming as standard equipment. This exceptionally fast vehicle also features six-speed manual transmission, upgraded cooling systems, and beefier brakes for the ultimate in track day dominance.
2007-2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO
The Nissan 350Z brought the iconic Z sports car back to Nissan's stable after a long hiatus, and just before it bowed in favor of the new 370Z we got the special NISMO edition gift-wrapped and handed to import performance fans. The 2007-2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO gets back to basics in the sense that it adds sporty trappings like a more robust suspension system, a stiffer chassis (featuring special seam welds) and an aerodynamic body kit in place of the luxury items that dominated the upper levels of the 350Z's options list of the day. You also get four-piston Brembo brakes up from with the NISMO model, which is useful when hauling the coupe down from the speeds achieved by its 306 horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6. Also offering 268 lb-ft of twist, the unit can be shifted only by six-speed manual transmission.
2007-2012 Mazda RX-8
The 2007 to 2012 Mazda RX-8 is intended to appeal to used sports car fans who are not afraid to be different. Not only does the Mazda RX-8 feature a 1.3-liter rotary engine in place of a standard piston-driven unit (generating 232 horsepower and 152 lb-ft of torque when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission), but also comes with an extra pair of rear-hinged doors to make it much easier to access the coupe's back seat. Revving the Mazda engine to its 9,000 rpm redline is a rare thrill, and the car's light and tossable chassis makes it very fun to drive hard on a twisty road.
2005-2006 BMW M3
Why are we going back so far to bring you a BMW M3 on our list of the best used sports car? It's simple, really: the naturally-aspirated straight-six found in the E46 generation BMW M3 was a sweetheart of a engine, and 2005-2006 were the last two years of production for this model. The M3 coupe's 3.2-liter engine is good for 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, and while SMG automated manual transmission was available, we recommend sticking with the less-troublesome six-speed manual gearbox that was standard with the car. Like all the M3's, these ones feature quick steering, a reinforced and track-friendly suspension system, and unique styling cues that set it apart from other versions of the BMW 3 Series.
Let's take a quick look at 10 of the best used sports cars currently on the market.
The Porsche Cayman S is the best-kept secret in the German brand's line-up, as this entry-level compact coupe is in many ways a better drive than the range-topping Porsche 911. Starting in 2009, examples of the Porsche Cayman S The first-in-a-row fuel injection, which allowed its 3.4-liter, six-cylinder engine to jump to 320 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. Featuring a mid-engine design that optimizes balance, the Cayman S can be shifted through either a traditional six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual that offers lightning-quick gear changes.
The Ford Mustang Boss 302 is a rare example of a major company that keeps its promise to build only a few examples of a very popular car. The Ford Mustang Boss 302 only graced the dealerships for the 2012 and 2013 model years, but it left an indelible impression on anyone with the good fortune that had driven the muscle coupe. Much more like a sports car than the standard Mustang GT on which it was based, among other improvements, the Boss 302 introduced a track-tuned suspension system, a dramatically revised 5.0-liter V-8 featuring 444 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque, and a 'track key' that activated a secondary engine management system when used (for off-road purposes only, of course). Output is sent to the rear wheels through a Torsen limited-slip differential and a six-speed manual transmission.
The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is a heavy hitter on the used sports car scene, as it comes with an aluminum frame, a larger and more powerful engine, and a stiffer suspension when compared to the already formidable Corvette standard. The first two years of the C6 generation's Chevrolet Corvette Z06 production (2006 and 2007) offer the best value for bargain-hunting buyers, with a 505 horsepower, 7.0-liter V-8 engine that also produces 470 lb-ft of torque coming as standard equipment. This exceptionally fast vehicle also features six-speed manual transmission, upgraded cooling systems, and beefier brakes for the ultimate in track day dominance.
The Nissan 350Z brought the iconic Z sports car back to Nissan's stable after a long hiatus, and just before it bowed in favor of the new 370Z we got the special NISMO edition gift-wrapped and handed to import performance fans. The 2007-2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO gets back to basics in the sense that it adds sporty trappings like a more robust suspension system, a stiffer chassis (featuring special seam welds) and an aerodynamic body kit in place of the luxury items that dominated the upper levels of the 350Z's options list of the day. You also get four-piston Brembo brakes up from with the NISMO model, which is useful when hauling the coupe down from the speeds achieved by its 306 horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6. Also offering 268 lb-ft of twist, the unit can be shifted only by six-speed manual transmission.
2007-2012 Mazda RX-8
The 2007 to 2012 Mazda RX-8 is intended to appeal to used sports car fans who are not afraid to be different. Not only does the Mazda RX-8 feature a 1.3-liter rotary engine in place of a standard piston-driven unit (generating 232 horsepower and 152 lb-ft of torque when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission), but also comes with an extra pair of rear-hinged doors to make it much easier to access the coupe's back seat. Revving the Mazda engine to its 9,000 rpm redline is a rare thrill, and the car's light and tossable chassis makes it very fun to drive hard on a twisty road.
Why are we going back so far to bring you a BMW M3 on our list of the best used sports car? It's simple, really: the naturally-aspirated straight-six found in the E46 generation BMW M3 was a sweetheart of a engine, and 2005-2006 were the last two years of production for this model. The M3 coupe's 3.2-liter engine is good for 333 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, and while SMG automated manual transmission was available, we recommend sticking with the less-troublesome six-speed manual gearbox that was standard with the car. Like all the M3's, these ones feature quick steering, a reinforced and track-friendly suspension system, and unique styling cues that set it apart from other versions of the BMW 3 Series.
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