The MX-5 Miata is the most raced production car in the WORLD. I have owned a Gen 1 & a Gen. 2. I think the best way to describe it is.... It's a drivers car whether you are M or F. If you love the driving experience, you will not find a car with better feed back and driving dynamics than the Mazda MX-5. ( Of course in the price range) P.S.
It's also been on Car and Drivers Top Ten List Roadster pick 10 times. ( More than any other car) This includes model year 2003. ZOOM ZOOM