So, how do you guys think JohnK is going to feel about you trying to shame me out of a Miata?

Lorenzo, that Monster Miata site is really something! I had no idea. Probably not for me at this time, but I love to learn and to have new things to hope for.

I actually considered the Mazdaspeed6 - but there were only two years made (2006-07, I think). I'm not sure that Mazda has enough AWD drive experience for me to overcome the inherent disadvantages of decreased mileage and more stuff to break. I trust the AWD systems from Subaru, Volvo, Audi, etc. a bit more. Also, I just don't think it's a very attractive car. I guess I continue to value a bit of whatever I consider to be "style"; that whole wolf-in-sheep's clothing thing that the Sentra SE-R, WRX and others have going doesn't really entice me.

I'm going to revisit Z cars and try to find an S60 (hopefully R) soon.

Thank you again for feeding my obsession.

Mike, thanks for your ongoing friendship in spite of my recent near lapse in judgment.


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