When you have a seriously tight budget to buy a car that is meant to be fun you might think you are stuck with a Miata. While most of us do admire the fun of a two seater coupe that happens to be what the Miata has been for many years there are several alternatives to this car when you want a sports car that won’t break your bank. Here are some of the great sports cars you can find on the market today for under $10,000 as long as you are willing to shop around for a great pre-owned vehicle.

Audi S4 (B6) – This Audi S4 is a great choice and one that comes as a sedan look because you will be able to enjoy the drive of a car that has a V8 engine that makes 339 horsepower for you to enjoy. This car can give you the AWD you want and come with an easy to enjoy price tag and some great luxury features.

BMW 540i (E39) – While this isn’t the M5 you do have a great engine with plenty of power and a car that is dynamic and engaging on the road to give you the drive you want. This car is one that you can find for the price threshold discussed as a great previously owned model that will let you tear through some corners.

Chevrolet Camaro SS (F Body) – Before the Camaro came back to looking like a muscle car the version that was on the market was sleek and attractive. With the SS badging you know this car will offer you plenty of great power and a drive you want to enjoy and since this car has been on the market for a few years now you will be able to enjoy this car at a great price.

Dodge Neon SRT-4 – Most of the time we think of the Neon as a car that is a small sedan that we enjoy in commuter traffic, but this version was a great sports model to be enjoyed. This car added looks to the mix with a great rear wing and front intake that makes for a better airflow and plenty of power for you to have a fun ride.

Infiniti G35 Coupe – While this car is at least ten years old on the market you can still find a few of them at great prices in good condition. The looks are legendary and the drive is fun and engaging. With this car you will have one of the most admired vehicles in your neighborhood while enjoying the awesome power under the hood.

Lexus IS300 – The small Lexus build is typically thought of as a luxury entry commuter car, but the IS300 brought us the handling we want when it comes to performance. Yes, the power is on the low side at only 215 horsepower, but it’s a car that is full of ways to make that seem like more than enough for your ride.

Mitsubishi 3000GT – While you would never see this type of sports car on the Mitsubishi lineup today this is a car that gives you the look and the power you want. When you want to enjoy the twin turbocharging and AWD that comes from this car you can still find this under the price mark we have set for this discussion.

Nissan 300ZX – When you want a RWD sports ca that is part of the Z car market from Nissan this is a great choice as the predecessor to the 350Z. This car offers great looks that aren’t over the top and plenty of power and performance for you to admire and enjoy the ride.

Porsche 944 – You might never think you can have a Porsche for the price we are working with, but this car is one you can. This isn’t the 911, but it is a Porsche and it has a ton of performance value, the right amount of power and a balance between the engine and the car that makes this car a lot of fun on every road you choose to drive.