Sports Cars Under $30,000
Sports cars are a fascination for all people who love speed and racing. These machines have a powerful engine which gives out a substantial amount of horsepower and acceleration. They even have advanced auto technologies incorporated for braking, traction, aerodynamics, and speed purposes. Almost all best car brands have a lineup of sports cars. The most popular brands who produce sports cars are Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Porsche, Audi, BMW, Ford, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Dodge, and similar others. Generally, sports cars do not come at an affordable price, but there are some brands which have high-performance models at inexpensive prices. Any price less than $30,000 is decent for a sports car.
Ford Mustang V6
The Ford Mustang is considered one of the best sports cars ever produced in the car industry. It has got a typical 'muscle car' look and feel and is quite sporty. The V6 variant of the Mustang sports a 3.7 liter Ti-VCT V6 engine, having a total horsepower of 305. Its other specifications include a 6-speed manual transmission gearbox and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) feature. The Mustang V6 'Premium' model is available at around $26,500, whereas the 'Convertible' is for approximately $28,000 if paid by cash.
Chevrolet Camaro Coupe
At a first look, most people will mistake this car to be just a concept model. The LS trim package of the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Coupe comprises a 3.6 liter 312-hp V6 engine, 6-speed manual transmission, and StabiliTrak electronic stability control system. This rear wheel drive car has a fuel tank of 19.0 gallons. This famous sports car is available for just $22,680 as the base price. Those who want a grand touring experience can go in for the 'Camaro Convertible' which starts at around $29,000.
Dodge Charger Rallye Plus
This is a powerful muscle machine from the Dodge factory. The 'Charger Rallye Plus' is mounted with a 3.6 liter V6 VVT Pentastar engine which generates 292 hp of power. You get a 5-speed AutoStick automatic transmission, electronic stability control, and rear wheel drive control in the Dodge. The price is quoted to be around $29,000 by the manufacturer. You can even pick from other choices such as the Charger Rallye and Charger SE for around $27,500 and $25,000 respectively.
Mitsubishi Eclipse GS Sport
This sleek looking coupe is claimed to be the best car for the money in its class. The top model 2011 Eclipse GS Sport is sold at just around $25,000 as the starting price, but the overall price comes to $25,700. This car has a 2.4 liter I4 4 cylinder MIVEC engine, 162 horsepower, four speed Sportronic automatic transmission, front wheel drive system, and Active Stability Control (ASC). You can even buy the Eclipse GS at a good price of around $19,800.
Subaru Impreza WRX Limited
Subaru is reputed the world over for manufacturing cars meant for toughest road and weather conditions. Their cars are largely used in World Rally Championship (WRC). If you are looking forward to purchase an all wheel drive sports car under $30000, the Subaru Impreza WRX Limited is the best bet. It boasts of a 2.5-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder engine, 265 hp, and the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system. You get a 5-speed manual transmission with the Impreza WRX Limited. It also has the Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) for better traction. The price of this car starts from around $29,000.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
This is probably the best sports car from Hyundai. The '2011 Genesis Coupe 3.8 R-Spec Manual' trim package of this car comes at a starting price of around $27,500. It has a muscular 3.8 liter 6-cylinder 24-valve engine, having 306 hp. This rear wheel drive car has a six speed automatic transmission. The company has included track-tuned suspension and high-performance Brembo brakes for track use. This is surely an affordable sports car in the car market.
These are just six of the best sports cars under $30,000. Note that the prices mentioned above are subject to change according to trim packages and accessory upgrades chosen by the car buyer. For availability and pricing details, it is suggested to visit the manufacturer's website or the respective car showroom.
