![]() ![]() They provide a great analog driving feel with modern performance for next to nothing. In the last few years, the wider automotive community has started to appreciate those compact cars. The parts are affordable and the tuning potential is enormous. However, the 325i has a potent engine delivering 170 HP and a lightweight body. Although the 325i was available as a convertible with four-wheel drive, you probably can’t buy these cars for around $3,000. But the model you want is the six-cylinder 325i in the two or four-door configuration. Interestingly, the E30 3-Series came with the choice of several four-cylinder and a few six-cylinder engines. Photo Credit: Auto Evolutionīest of all, you can still buy them at a low price and they provide lots of driving fun. But with the prices of the M3 street versions going to the stratosphere, people preferred the basic 3-Series models. The legendary M3 was a touring car with the most wins on the international racing scene. However, the 3-Series E30 was also a successful racing car. In fact, it is still popular more than 30 years after they originally released it. A small, rear-wheel-drive chassis with perfect weight distribution and an attractive design was the winning formula. But it’s also a car that cemented BMW’s position as the premium manufacturer of compact-yet-powerful cars. Also, the E30 was the blueprint for later 3-Series models. BMW produced over 2.2 million between 19. ![]() The quintessential 3-Series is the venerable E30. If you want to keep it stock and in perfect working condition, the parts are wallet-friendly and plentiful. So you can easily and inexpensively personalize your Miata to make it faster and handle better. For those who want something more out of this little convertible, the number of aftermarket companies offering bolt-on kits and components is enormous. Yet you’ll still be under the speed limit and out of trouble. Since the power output of any Miata is relatively small, you can drive down winding roads while enjoying yourself to the fullest. For this reason, they sold over a million Miatas since introducing it in 1990. Miata’s perfect balance, rear-wheel drive, rev-happy engines, and precise handling make it a joy to drive. ![]() No list of affordable fun cars would be complete without the Mazda Miata. So, if you’re in the market for an affordable piece of highway heaven, buckle up and keep reading. The only limit to this list was fun, interesting cars that drivers could buy for $3,000 in decent driving condition. In fact, for a small price, you can get a nice ride without having to care if it gets a scratch or dent in the parking lot. So, this means you don’t need those high-priced cars to enjoy driving. You may even be able to get one that is easy to maintain and reasonably reliable. Yes, for that inexpensive price, you can find a vehicle that will be fun to drive and affordable to work on, too. But did you know, that for just $3,000, you can still get a machine that will put a smile on your face? Also, you probably can’t find a car from this century for that kind of money. And you may not get the latest design or infotainment system, either. But did you know there are several interesting car options for only around $3,000? For that much, you probably can’t get a 500 HP engine or get an intelligent all-wheel-drive. ![]()
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