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82-85 Celica is indeed a good option, if you're amenable to a 25+ year old car, and if you can find one without the "classic car" premium. I had one in the early 1990's - good mileage, good reliability, decent performance (especially the low-end torque). But like most cars of that vintage, Celicas are vulnerable to rust. It may be difficult to find one in decent condition, without the "classic car" premium. Recently I saw a beat-up example at a local used car dealership, for around $2K.

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As the owner of two 93 Miatas I can tell that they are very dependable and simple work on. One is a 5sp and one an Automatic, both are tuned very well and neither gets more than 25 MPGs. I got 28 one time in the automatic on a trip from San Diego to Pomona and back. If there is not a need for a backseat the Miata is the way to go.

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