Maximus 
2008 BMW 1 Series Convertible 135i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 6M)
Superb Performance, Stumbles a Bit
 This car rates as high as one can on the performance and fun-to-drive categories.  The power is everything the reviews say as well as the handling.  Where the car fails is in the details.  For the money I would expect better standard features or cheaper upgrades.