Ahhh, now the replies are becoming more optioned. That's ok.

USC, if I was afraid of a 20 year old car I wouldn't be on this forum. What it is called is research and information before making that decision. I'm sure you did the same when you bought your Crossfire, unless you used to work for Chrysler.

Regarding the Miata, if i was looking to drop $20-$25 K to buy a used car that would be obvious wouldn't it? I stated $11K, maybe $12K, or so was my range of budget so I don't think a 2,3,4, year old Miata fit the bill.

I'll repeat, I'm looking for the most car-fun I can buy and enjoy for a few years with my DW in the amount of retirement funds I'm willing to spend without it being a rock around my neck