The worst part of being an automotive enthusiast is, by and large, the inability (for the majority of us) to afford some of the world's greatest supercars and hypercars. With prices ranging from $150,000 to $3 million and beyond, the dream of owning a nice sports car remains exactly that - a dream.

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Or perhaps, that's just what the high-end manufacturers want you to believe? In reality, the automotive market is ripe with low-cost, economically-friendly, sports cars for everyone to use. The best come close to $100,000 (i.e. Nissan R35 GT-R and Corvette C8), but there's still a generous selection in the $15-$30,000 bracket. To show off these affordable beauties, here are fifteen used sports cars that you can get for under $30,000...

15 Hyundai Veloster-N ($28,500)

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Since Honda's 2017 Civic Type R, it had seemed like the Japanese automaker had cornered the 'hot hatch' category. That was until the South Korean Hyundai made some necessary changes to their Veloster hatch; now called the Veloster-N. Besides the surprisingly good looks and price, the Hyundai Veloster-N is still a quick little car. In time, Hyundai may give Honda some serious trouble.

14 Volkswagen Golf GTI ($26,000)

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Speaking of hot hatches, why not mention one of the segment's earliest examples: the Volkswagen Golf GTI. For years, the Golf has been among VW's most popular vehicles, with models updated and improved every couple of years. Other than the Golf R, the Golf GTI is a wonderful choice for a classy, economical, German tuner.

13 2019 Toyota 86 ($22,000)

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Before the Toyota 86 was sold in the United States, the American market was limited to the two alternatives: the Subaru BRZ and Scion FR-S. In 2016, though, Toyota finally brought the 86 overseas. Since then, it's been a high-selling, cheap, sports car. In short, the 86 is a min-Supra, just with enough tuning and modifications (great for drifting and motorsports).

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12 BMW E60 M5 ($19,000)

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A "sleeper," if you're not already privy, is a car that looks normal or unoffensive, but is actually a high-powered monster! A lot of enthusiasts make their own, even so, BMW decided to make one right from the factory. Of course, we're talking about BMW's wildest 5-series: the E60 M5.

Sporting a 5.0-liter V10 with 500+ horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque, the E60 M5 isn't your grandma's sedan. It will leave most supercars in the dust, and you can purchase it for under $20,000 used.

11 Audi TT (~$19,000)

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Beginning in 1998, the Audi TT has been a small, foreign-made sports car for the masses. The TT (meaning Tourist Trophy) was designed to fight off Mazda's MX-5, BMW's Z-series, and so on. What's great about the Audi TT, though, is the German engineering. Outfitted with a dual-clutch gearbox, the TT is the second road car to implement such a system.

10 Subaru WRX (~$25,000)

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For those of you who live in high snowfall areas, pay particular attention to Subaru's WRX. If you've ever been in the cold (Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, etc.), then you have probably seen a ton of Subarus as well; that's no coincidence. The Subaru's all-wheel-drive system, paired with a light-weight boxster four-cylinder, is superb for both rally racing and daily-driving, alike.

9 2018 Chevrolet Camaro 1SS ($26,000)

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Want some good advice? Don't buy cars brand new if you're trying to save money. The best evidence of this can be viewed in American muscle cars, like the 2018 Chevy Camaro. Today, a V8, basic package, Camaro 1SS costs almost half of what you'd pay for it a year-and-a-half earlier. Sucks for the seller, but it's great for the buyer. Talk about 'bang for your buck!'

8 Chevrolet Corvette C6 ($17,000 to $25,000)

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Although the latest Chevrolet Corvette C8 has overshadowed its predecessors, the older versions are still worthy of attention. Now that the C8 is coming, models like the C6 are becoming increasingly more affordable. Nowadays, a well-maintained Corvette C6 can run for around $27,000 or less! Not too shabby for a classic Corvette and its LS-series engine.

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7 Nissan 370Z Nismo (~$20,000)

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In the $30,000 price bracket, a brand new Nissan GT-R, especially a Nismo trim, is out of the question. However, you can get the next best thing: the 370Z Nismo. The Nismo version of the 370Z is completely different from a standard 370Z. Equipped with a more powerful engine, a performance suspension, and better aerodynamics, the 370Z Nismo is certainly worth the ~$28,000 M.S.R.P.

6 2018 Ford Mustang GT ($23,000)

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Unfortunately, the 2018 Mustang shares more-or-less the same fate as the aforementioned 2018 Camaro 1SS. But despite the Mustang losing value fast, the 5.0-liter Coyote V8 found in the Mustang GT is on the list of America's greatest V8's. Add that to the return of the 1960's Mustang's design ques and you've got yourself a beastly muscle car.

5 2017 Honda Civic Type R ($29,000)

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When Honda destroyed the Nurburgring record in the 2017 Civic Type R, to say that enthusiasts were surprised would be an understatement. The Type R's power shocked the world; dusting vehicles several times its cost. For less than $30,000, used, you can get yourself the same car. Even though it's a Civic, it neither looks nor drives like it (and that's a good thing).

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4 BMW E92 M3 (~$21,000)

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Earlier, the E60 M5 was mentioned as a powerful sedan for families. Yet, not everyone is going to want such a large car. Some may opt for something even sportier and more agile, and that's where BMW's M3 comes in. Even more so considering the E92 M3 is the last generation of the iconic M3 to sport an M-tuned V8 engine.

3 Ferrari Mondial T ($29,000 to $30,000+)

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Yes, believe it or not, you can get a Ferrari for $30,000 or less. That is, though, if you're timing is amazing (and luck is high). Right now, the Ferrari Mondial T (one of the least favored Ferraris of the bunch) is at its all-time lowest value; some going for as low as $29,000.

It's not a 458, or even a 360, but it's still a Ferrari. The Mondial T gets far too much hate for what it brings to the table - timeless looks, impressive power, and a classic feel of a Ferrari. Maybe someday the Mondial will be recognized for what it is and drastically shoot up in value.

2 Nissan R32 GT-R ($22,000)

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Getting a 2020 Nissan GT-R may be impossible with $30K, but thats not true for a 28-year old version of the same model: the R32. Though it's old and outdated, the R32 is still a GT-R at heart and body, able to compete with an R35 with enough mods. However, even without modifications, the R32 GT-R will be more than perfect for die-hard fans and JDM-lovers all the same.

1 Toyota Supra MK4 (~$17,000 to $28,000)

The Toyota Supra was a 90s legend
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Now, for the one you've all been waiting for: the number one spot. We'd have to be insane not to say the Mark IV Supra is a great JDM. Thanks to its fabled 2JZ-GTE engine, the MK IV is capable of cranking out in excess of 1000 horsepower with some modifications, all the while sporting an affordable entry price. It also happens to be one of the most beautiful sports cars to come out of the '90s, which speaks for itself.

Whether it's a Lamborghini, a Bugatti, or a Ferrari; a Toyota Supra has (likely) beaten all of them at some point ...and with some luck, you can buy one these used for well under 30 grand.

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