My 2013 MINI Cooper John Cooper Works Roadster is absolutely a blast. The JCW package includes more power and better brakes and suspension for fun back roads blasting and autocross use. It's a little harsh for daily driving, however, as the JCW suspension is a little lower and stiffer. I also have ultra high performance run flats on it, as there's no room for a spare, and I don't want to wait around for a tow if I get a nail or something in a tire. When new, this was a $45k car, and a bit expensive for a MINI. But on the used market, they are a real performance and economy value. They do have a reputation for worse reliability than normal cars, but if you find a well taken care of example, the N18 powered JCW and S roadsters are actually quite robust. I hope to have this car for many fun filled years to come, and would recommend people looking at sports cars give them a chance.

is a great fun car, nice size trunk for a convertible. I have enough headroom but does have some blind spots and the I have to scrunch down to see out window at stop lights

For a two seater, this car is AWESOME! There is plenty of leg and head room and a large trunk! Since there's no back seat, there is a small ledge for bags, etc. and a pass through compartment to the trunk. The soft top convertible adds a special touch. The sound system rocks and is totally sufficient even with the top down.