A good article from a Miata owner on the critical aspects of a sports car (from Grassroots Motorsports)

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In short, here are some things that make for a great sports car:

1. Road Course Skills
2. Charisma
3. Rear-wheel drive
4. Two Seats
5. A Stick Shift
6. Less Weight
7. Stunning Looks
8. A View of the Sky
9. Sufficient Power
10. Sufficient Torque