10 top used sports cars

Monday, February 20, 2012

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If you're looking for the best used sports cars for sale, then look no further: here's our guide to the top 10 used sports cars that combine fun with value.

Audi R8
Model 4.2 V8
Year '07/57
Pricing £37,040 - £71,990
Average MPG 19.3
Our verdict The Audi R8 is a bona fide supercar that gives Ferraris, high-end Porsches and Lamborghinis a run for their money.
Audi R8 review

Audi TT
Model 1.8T Quattro
Year '05/05
Pricing £3200 - £10,900
Average MPG 30.1
Our verdict The Audi TT has stunning looks inside and out – it's a design icon now – and dynamics to match. It still looks as fresh as the day it appeared, and it remains a real head-turner
Used Audi TT review

Ford Focus ST
Model ST2
Year '06/55
Pricing £5970 - £8890
Average MPG 30.4
Our verdict The Focus ST has in-your-face styling, 222bhp and a raucous exhaust note. ST2 trim has xenon lights, a heated windscreen and an upgraded stereo.
Used Ford Focus review

Jaguar XK
Model 4.2 V8
Year '08/08
Pricing £17,945 - £30,080
Average MPG 25
Our verdict The excellent Jaguar XK is a smooth blend of sports coupe and grand tourer for a bargain price. Its V8 sounds great, too.
Used Jaguar XK review

Mazda MX-5
Model 1.8
Year '04/53
Pricing £2910 - £3990
Average MPG 32.5
Our verdict With the Mazda MX-5 there is no cheaper way to get wind-in-your-hair motoring and put a smile on your face .
Used Mazda MX-5 review

Nissan 350Z
Model 3.5 V6
Year '07/07
Pricing £9870 - £13,650
Average MPG 24.1
Our verdict The Nissan 350Z, with its rear-wheel drive and 296bhp, is a throwback to coupes of old, but it’s also amazing to drive.
Used Nissan 350Z review

Porsche Boxster
Model 2.7
Year '06/56
Pricing £9205 - £19,990
Average MPG 29.7
Our verdict The Porsche Boxster is a full-blooded sports car and amazing to drive, but not so raw that you can use it only at weekends. A full service history is essential.
Used Porsche Boxster review

Renault Megane Renaultsport
Model Renaultsport 225 Cup 3dr
Year '07/07
Pricing £3375 - £5585
Average MPG 33.2
Our verdict The Megane Renaultsport's styling isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no denying the sheer capability of the car. It seats four, offers 225bhp and blasts from 0-60mph in just six seconds, all for a bargain price on the used market.
Renault Megane Renaultsport 225 Cup review

Skoda Octavia vRS
Model 2.0 TFSI VRS
Year '07/07
Pricing £4195 - £12,915
Average MPG 36.2
Our verdict The Skoda Octavia vRS is a fine example of practical performance. A big boot, plenty of interior space and a superb standard of build quality are made fun with plenty of power. Used prices are attractive.
Used Skoda Octavia review

Volkswagen Golf GTI
Model 2.0 TFSI GTI 5dr
Year '05/55
Pricing £6575 - £13,190
Average MPG 34.9
Our verdict The Golf GTI is a scream to drive and highly versatile. True to the original GTI’s ethos, it’ll make any driver smile.
VW Golf GTI review

Rory White