Top 10 Performance Cars Under $30,000

Chevrolet Camaro 1LT

It may not be perfect, hampered with a somewhat bulky curb weight and gigantic blind spots, but the Camaro is still an affordable performance machine that’s quick on its feet. Oh, and it’s rear-wheel drive for tire-smoking, pavement-marring hoonage.

The 1LT model features a 3.6-liter V6 engine. With performance-enhancing features like direct injection it delivers 323 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque. Drivers even get a choice of manual or automatic transmission, though both have six forward speeds.

A Chevrolet Camaro 1LT, which isn’t even the most affordable version of this car, can be had for right around $27,000, including $995 for shipping and handling.