2009 Honda Civic Si

Pros: Great engine/tranny combo. Will make you scream with excitement, yet can drive like any other honda around town. Out handles many cars twice it's price. Makes you forget about the terrible 02-05 civic si. Faster than the new European type-R

Cons: Need to rev it hard to wring out all the power, not for everyone (if you want comfort but a GTI or a basic civic)

Summary: Hands down the most fun Honda since the demise of the Integra Type-R. Yes, I have the audacity to say type-R in the same sentence, but it's true. The civic si walks a fine line between daily driver and it's boy racer alter-ego. Not only does it putt around town like a basic civic coupe, it can light your pants on fire with a quick down shift. By far the best honda car built in the last ten years (performance oriented obviously, otherwise what's the significance of the FCX clarity and insight)