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Mazda MX-5

You’re never far from an MX-5 special edition, such as 2018’s Z-Sport or the recent 100th Anniversary, bundling together kit from the options list. But given that the MX-5 really doesn’t benefit much from any of these options, you’re better advised putting your money into a newer, lower-mileage example. Although many claim to favour the lower-powered versions of every generation, we’d vote for the current 181bhp 2.0-litre over the 130bhp 1.5. With a 0-62mph time of 6.5sec rather than the 1.5’s 8.3sec, you’ll be glad you did.

And don’t forget the turbocharged Fiat and Abarth 124 variants on the theme, both now discontinued. Similar prices, arguably stronger styling, plus rarity value.