they're actually quite useful

 

I personally think there is no competition for the crossfire, especially the convertible, for looks and fun. I have a G35, and it will blow the normally aspirated crossfire off the road, but it is a common ride, and the crossfire is very unique, and stands out of the crowd. It is also available here in Texas for under 20K, with less than 15K miles on it. I stole mine for 18k with 11K miles on the odo. It is immaculate, as new, and pristine. My G is driven by my wife, and she loves it, but it was 24k used, and is not a gas sipper. I get 23 mpg out of my limited roadster, and 18 in the G. Both are a hoot to drive, sharp and beautiful to behold, but I like the open air, 6 speed, and the seat of the pants driving experience of the Crossfire. It is a timeless classic, and its direct competition is more like a 1970 Jag, in looks and power! Too cool.JMHO

 

The Audi TT is clearly the primary competition.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article....rticle_id=1014

I do agree with the Z4 and the boxter, but to a lesser extent.

 

I was lusting after the MazdaSpeed 3 for several months ...waiting for a deal....then I saw the ad in the paper 13K ofthe Crossfire, had never even though about one before seeing that ad, (although maybe a tick slower) was so much more SOLID....QUIET...FUN!

 

All the above are competitors, but when you factor the deep discounts available on the crossfire in the past couple of years, the crossfire stands out...NOTHING COMPARES!!!