If you are looking for an affordable, sporty, RWD car, then you have to get a Miata. It is simply the best option on the market. You can buy an MR2, or S2000, or even a 350Z or BRZ, but those are either more expensive, have less space, questionable transmissions, and really bad driver positions. Mazda makes quality cars that rival Toyota and Honda. In fact, I would be willing to bet that a Mazda is more reliable than a Toyota, in general. In addition, this car has the perfect balance of sportiness, speed, comfort, and options that make it attractive as a daily driver. I have taken it to the famous Tail of the Dragon stretch of road in the mountains of North Carolina where it performed wonderfully. This is the best car I have owned and I plan on always having one in my garage.