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Porsche Boxster and its hardtop sibling, the Cayman are both still expensive, but still worth it. The Boxster’s driving experience is simply magical – just like any Porsche.The sensitivity of the controls respond perfectly to how the driver manipulates the car. The precision of its handling and steering is amazing, cutting through the tightest corners with ease. Stepping on the pedals provides perfectly proportional braking power and thrust, while the wheel provides immediate response in steering. Driving a Porsche guarantees a smile on the driver’s face as the Porsche combines functionality and pleasure. Although the Porsche is quite pricy, once it could be afforded, it would be definitely be a good buy.

With soaring oil prices and the concerns about our environment, smaller cars are becoming more and more popular. That is why the 2008 Honda Fit is one of the best cars to buy nowadays, for practical and economical reasons. The Fit does not only provide the numbers on your speedometer with low maintenance costs, but it also features quality interior materials and visuals. Even if the Fit looks very small from the outside, it still provides space in the back compartment, and when the back seat is folded, space for more cargo is provided. The Honda Fit is very practical, very usable and fun to drive as well.

One of the hottest hatchbacks is the 2008 Mazdaspeed 3, again securing a slot in the 10Best. It is currently at the top of its category, the small yet competitive hatchbacks. What makes this hatch one of the hottest rides in a small frame on the road is its power. The amount of horsepower provided by its engine amounts to a total of 263 horsepower at full throttle, and torque of 280 pound-feed – a big increase from from 156 and 150 respectively. The Mazdaspeed 3 also features a more sporty exterior as well as the interior with trim designs. With enhanced braking mechanism and and improved suspension, it would definitely provide a smooth driving experience.

Now on its third generation, Mazda’s MX-5 2008 is a popular, yet practical roadster, starting at about $21,000 – an affordable price for such a roadster. This vehicle is most impressive for its amazing steering, smoothly running across tight curves and turns even at high speeds. The Miata does this and more with no effort at all. The throttle response as well as the steering response are in perfect harmony with the driver’s mind. It does not need a lot of horsepower to provide a thrilling experience while driving. The Miata satisfies its driver and passengers with its precise braking and transmission. This lightweight and compact roadster features a foldable hardtop controllable from the driver’s seat.

The 2008 Honda Accord is now a lot bigger than it ever was. This sedan is moving a notch higher from the mid-size sedan category, growing almost an inch higher, 3 inches longer and an inch wider. Its V-6 engine also increased its size by half a liter. Not only did the Accord increase its exterior dimensions, but the sedan increased the space of the interior as well. Despite its increase in size, there is no decrease in control and handling. In fact the sharpness of its steering has increased, providing precision in driving. The shifter and the brakes of this vehicle are precise as well. The Accord also comes as a sporty vehicle in an attractive metal frame with two doors, and equipped with a six-speed manual transmission V-6 engine.

Just like the ’60s Malibus, the new Chevy Malibus are still as affordable and economical as they were back then. The same things could still be said about the 2008 Malibu – practical, yet stylish. It has a simple and clean design with elegant lines, making it look different and not-boring, unlike the regular family sedans. The Malibu features panoramic dashboard with neat controls and instruments. Although it has a relatively low and affordable price, it does not settle for regular or sub-standard visual details. The Malibu provides a spacious interior with foldable rear seats which could serve as cargo space. The 2008 Chevy Malibu is a smart buy for a mid-size sedan for its affordability and fuel-efficiency.

Maintaining the recognizable wedge-like looks and the sharp edges, the second generation of Cadillac CTS continues to fulfill the goal of General Motors in competing Cadillac with the other luxury car producers world-wide. This new CTS appears to look more muscular with more refined details and features such as the vents on the front fender and the larger grille. Its platform and independent suspension, developed over 6 years, provide excellence in handling and ride comfort. The luxurious experience of this car is not only felt inside, but also from the outside, being an eye-appealing vehicle with the edgy, yet smooth details.

With an unmatched record of being part of the 10Best cars for the 16th straight time, the 2008 BMW 3-series adds a new new member to its family – the first hardtop convertible BMW has produced. On its way to its 17th appearance on the 10Best list, this elegant vehicle remains consistent in terms of both performance and aesthetics. No other car producer has been as successful as BMW in making such a graceful and classy car. It is not only sleek, but it is also powerful, with a 300-horsepower engine and a torque of 300 pound-feet. This line of BMW are produced as sports-coupe, convertible, and sedan – all luxurious and ever reliable.