The 10 Cheapest Used Sports Cars That Can Reach 200 MPH – CarBuzz

With so many modern and classic sports cars available nowadays, it can be difficult to pin a particular model down to add to your collection. Sourcing one that can blast past the holy grail speed of 200 mph is appealing. A prime example is the 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS, but you’ll never find one for less than $100,000.

CarBuzz decided to find ten used sports cars that could not only hit 200 mph, but are also relatively affordable.

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10 2008 Dodge Viper: $79,485

Getting your hands on a 2008 Dodge Viper can be tricky nowadays, especially for an approachable price. Expect to pay around $80,000 to secure one in good condition, though you’ll need to make sure to take some brave pills before you strap in. The blazing 8.4-liter V10 really gets it shifting, though the Viper didn’t exactly get showered with cornering-enhancing kit as standard.

It has a sporty suspension setup, though it wasn’t exactly what you’d call advanced. When buying used, finding examples with the optional MOPAR adjustable suspension setup is recommended, though expect to reach further into your wallet. Base cars at least have a limited-slip diff to help keep the rear tires under control.

9 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish S: $68,912

It’s difficult to find a cooler sports car than an Aston Martin. Despite featuring in one of the least well-liked James Bond films, Die Another Day, the standard Vanquish still got its due cool tax added on for being in a Bond film. In 2004, Aston unveiled the S version of the model, which took its sporting potential to the next level.

The stunning 6.0-liter V12 was upgraded to produce 520 hp, up from 460 hp on the base variant, while the gear ratios were tweaked to improve the engine’s character. The suspension setup was also revised to improve the car’s balance, while a new front splitter and rear spoiler helped to bring more downforce to the equation and improve high-speed stability.

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8 2010 Bentley Continental Super Sport: $64,216

As sports cars go, it’s difficult to argue the standard Continental GT is one. Being all too aware of this, the British brand unleashed the Super Sport version of the model in 2009. Large black wheels and a more aggressive body hinted that this was no ordinary Continental GT, as did the new six-speed quick-shift gearbox that controlled the 621 hp produced by the twin-turbo 6.0-liter W12.

While retaining the all-wheel-drive system of the standard car, 60% of the power was sent to the rear wheels to help reduce understeer. Significant weight was also saved courtesy of modifications like carbon fiber seats and aluminum suspension components, which helped to save around 200 pounds compared to the base Continental.

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7 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: $60,145

When it was released, the 2009 Corvette C6 ZR1 was one of the craziest sports cars on the market. It was the most powerful road-going ever produced at the time, its 638 hp V8 pushing it to 60 mph in only 3.4 seconds. While Chevy’s Active Handling system did its best to keep the supercar-threatening ‘Vette under control, the Z51 performance package was a recommended option.

This brought performance-tuned shocks, springs and stabilizer bars, and new brake rotors, as well as better-tuned gear ratios depending on which gearbox was selected. For those wanting some form of control, make sure your future ZR1 comes with it.

6 2016 Cadillac CTS-V: $48,749

A sports sedan doesn’t just need to be used on weekends, as it can also excel during the weekdays too. The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is one of the most commanding examples of this, its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 bringing 640 hp to the party. While enough to bring it to 200 mph, this isn’t its only party piece.

Magnetic Ride Control, launch control and beefy Brembo brakes ensure that it can tackle the bends as effectively as it does the straights, while its extensive luxurious touches mean it’s usable daily, too.

5 2017 Jaguar F Type SVR Coupe: $48,148

As a slightly left-field choice, the 2017 Jaguar F Type SVR Coupe represents a tempting used 200 mph sports car. Good used examples can be had for less than $50,000 today, and you get a load of performance-boosting equipment for your money. Its 5.0-liter V8 is supercharged rather than turbocharged to improve throttle response, while adaptive suspension means it can adapt to whatever kind of road you’re tearing across.

An active differential with torque vectoring also comes as part of the deal, as does a throaty active exhaust that fully allows the V8 to roar.

4 2013 Shelby GT500: $31,267

For a little over $30,000, you could secure yourself a near 700-hp 2013 Shelby Mustang GT500. Being the range-topping model, it comes with a full SVT-tuned suspension setup, vented front Brembo brake calipers, and a driver-friendly six-speed manual gearbox. To ensure its pilot remained firmly fixed in place, a set of body-hugging bucket seats were utilized.

A limited-slip differential was also on hand to ensure the commanding grunt from the supercharged 5.8-liter V8 didn’t overpower the rear end.

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3 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat: $26,597

For gearheads looking for maximum bang for the buck, good luck doing better than a 2015 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat. Its supercharged 6.2-liter provides an insane 707 hp, and they can be had for just $26,597 these days. It also features four doors, so it can be used as a family cruiser, though you may need to kip a few McDonald’s trips to afford the fuel bill.

While featuring sport-tuned suspension, the Charger isn’t exactly a track weapon, as it’s designed to essentially be a drag racer for the road. As a result, it can hit 204 mph given a long enough stretch, a task helped by its drag-racing-inspired launch control system.

2 2006 BMW M6: $13,557

BMWs mighty S85 V10 is one of the brand’s most well-known engines, partly due to its stiff 507 hp power figure, but mainly due to the wailing engine note. Despite its popularity with car enthusiasts, it was only ever used in two of its models, the E60 M5 and the E63 M6. The M6 took the shape of a GT-style vehicle, but with handling that made BMW aficionados proud.

Due to having two fewer doors than the M5 sedan, the M6 was decently lighter, and therefore was more agile. This made it the sharper of the two when attacking a track or a nice back road, tasks made all the more enjoyable thanks to the assistance of an electronically-controlled damper system that ensured the aluminum suspension worked efficiently wherever it was utilized.

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1 2006 BMW M5: $10,165

While the 2006 E60 M5 wasn’t quite as agile as its M6 cousin, its 50/50 weight distribution meant it wasn’t exactly a truck to drive. Plus, having two extra doors and proper rear seats meant it could be used as a family bus when needed. It came with much of the same equipment as the M6, including an electronically-assisted rear differential and a rapid-fire seven-speed SMG transmission.

It also came with a generous number of M badges, as well as larger wheels and a quad-tip exhaust, to remind onlookers this was no 5-Series highway cruiser. To be fair, the M5 you’re going to get for $10 is probably not going to be in good condition. You might want to spend an additional $10 fixing it up before you attempt a top-speed run.