[hat_man]

Definitely lightweight.

Preferably 2-door, FE/RWD, American made would be nice but probably not realistic.

Right now we've narrowed it down to a Miata or a TR7. TR7's are hard to find but nice and sporty with a factory hardtop (coupe). The Miata's are convertible's with an aftermarket hardtop available. Chevy Vega's and Ford Pinto's fit but aren't very "cool" looking. Mustang's (even the Mustang II's) are surprisingly heavy for their size compared to the Miata's.

If it had to be a mid-engine/RWD maybe a Fiat x1/9 or a Fiero (even though they are a bit heavy) The Toyota MR2 (1st gen) is light and the 2nd gen are sporty but heavy, but neither leaves much working room and tolerances may be tight.

FE/FWD would be something like a Honda CRX (HF preferably) or Mazda MX3 but the same lack of working room and tolerances may apply.