I want a sportier more fun to drive car?

I currently drive a 2007 ford escape and it doesn't handle that great. I did not buy this car but my dad gave it to me and it does get me from point a to point b but i just want something more fun to drive. What would be some good options?

Mazda makes the most fun to drive cars. But if it runs good why not upgrade the suspension if you think it's too soft? KYB or Bilstein Struts and Fatter Sway Bars with Poly Bushngs will make it handle a lot better.

Mazda Miata

Miata

Giving your Dad his Exploder back and buying your own vehicle works. Go test drive a few.

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