Much maligned as the black sheep of the Miata family, this generation proves that even a bad Miata is a great sports car.

That's not without merit. The Miata has been a fun-to-drive, affordable, and attractive option for 35 years. Make Honda Model S2000 Base MSRP $34,995 Available Years 2008 Honda S2000, 2009 Honda ...

A case could be made for the Mazda MX-5 Miata, and possibly even six-cylinder versions of American coupes like the Ford Mustang. Pretty much everything else is either too expensive or is powered ...

The 2008 Honda S2000 straddles a middle ground among roadsters, between the simple-is-fun Mazda Miata and Saturn Sky and the more image-conscious Mercedes-Benz SLK and BMW Z4. Its rip-roaring VTEC ...

However, as impressive and appealing as the Mazda MX-5 Miata is, another option exists. Remembered as the most power-dense naturally aspirated roadster, the Honda S2000 is a worthy used ...