1) Extremely expensive...think 993 Twin Turbo money!!!-
I spotted a used one for about $35k, 2008 base price is $47,000
2) Crappy seats with no padding!-
Change the seats
3) How the heck do you get in and out of them?-
I had no problem
4) Extremely loud (ringing ears) and hot (no insulation) and awful suspension for a "normal" road (way too stiff)-
Didn't bother me.
5) They look like an insect!-
I like it
6) An engine that is not very exotic (Toyota Corolla) but probably very reliable, makes you wonder why they are so much?
Rather have the Toyota motor vs. the Rover.
Type: 2ZZ-GE dohc 16V inline-4
Displacement: 109.8 Ci/ 1799.6 Cc
Horsepower: 190 HP @ 7800 RPM
Torque: 138 lb-ft @ 6800 RPM
Redline: 8300 RPM
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7) Would not want to get into a fender bender with one! - Easier to avoid one, passive safety
8) Would you drive one in the rain?-sure