I am surrounded by Fast Car Geeks in my family, but I prefer a car with character rather than one that looks fast or would be able to go fast if I rented some time on a closed track somewhere.

I own a 1990 Miata and to me that's the true sports car experience. Put the top down and go cruising...

As for Citroën, I have no idea how reliable they are or how much it would cost for maintenance, but those cars have some serious character. Absolutely beautiful styling, especially the 2CV and the DS.