Redglare

you can pick up a low mileage 09-10 base sport manual for a bit over 20k,

Nothing wrong with the car at all, it's just there are so many factors out there it is inevitable that low mileage Z's end up on the market.

Some people like to switch cars, others have to downgrade or upgrade, meanwhile others run in financial problems or just get tired of not having rear seats. The market is flooded with all sorts of sports cars, making the prices very appealing. What does it mean for a used car buyer? Great news, a used 10 sport package car with under 15k miles for ~22k? not much out there that can compete. As time goes on the prices will get better (for buyers). 09's base sports are dropping in sub 20 range as well.

I've been tracking the prices for a while now, the best time to buy is a Z carr that's about ~3-4 years old with very low mileage, best time to sell is after 2 years (3max) to recoup most of your money.