Really interested in 2008 M Roadster, but...

[Jeph]

The only reason I'm not driving a Lotus Elise is because I don't fit (same reason I didn't get an S2K as well). If you're 6' or under, go test drive an Elise! They have the removable Targa-like roof. And those are available under $40k easily.

This is assuming you're not looking for a daily driver.

I also test drove an M Coupe this Summer. I too found it to be softer than I had hoped for -Too much body roll.