Persona Non Turbo: 1991 Toyota MR2

The 2nd generation Toyota MR2 (1989-1999) is best known for its turbocharged headliner, a beast of a thing that could hit 60mph in 6 seconds before you started cranking up the boost, but sellers demand a premium for the turbo version and it does add some weight and complexity.  If you want to save a few bucks and a few lbs, get the nicest version of the non-turbo one you can find.  Like this 1991 Toyota MR2 offered for $6,300 in Bergen County, NJ via craigslist.

10k: Low Miles: 1993 Toyota MR2

The Toyota MR2 was about as close as you could get to a Japanese super car before the launch of Honda's NSX, particularly in its Ferrari look-alike second generation.  Even in non-turbo form it its well composed and balanced mid-engine setup allows for fantastic at the limit handling.  Find this 1993 Toyota MR2 non-turbo offered for $8,500 in Horsham, PA via craigslist.  Tip from David.