I definately liked the S2000s I've seen at autoshows. I like the feel of the small car and how everything is there, similar to my car. I think miata's are similar, but I'm not gay so I didn't even bother looking at one.
$18k for a bad example!? I don't think I'd spend that much though, G35 coupe or RX-8 ftw
or maybe a YA4, jk