The 240Z gets talked about in enthusiast circles but the general public still doesn't know what it is. Meanwhile the prices have been creeping up for years. I've owned mine for six years and I can tell you — no car at any price delivers more driver engagement per dollar.

The inline six is bulletproof. The chassis balance is genuinely world-class. The body is gorgeous in a way that photographs poorly but stuns in person.

If you're on the fence about getting into the Z-car world, the window is still open but it's closing. The early 240Zs are already beyond reach for most buyers. Get a 260Z or 280Z while you still can.