Built for Backroads Logo
Built for Backroads Logo

Subscribe

Be the first to know of the latest
driver-focused cars for sale.

Thanks! Check your email for a confirmation message.

For the driver in us

We feature the best driver-focused cars currently for sale, almost exclusively with manual transmissions. Updated daily.

Updated
1979 Volvo 242 GL

1979 Volvo 242 GL

Weighing in at 2,500 pounds, this 242 GL is a proper build and produces 350hp thanks to a dry-sump turbocharged inline-5 motor.

Angels Camp, CA · Asking $15,000
2006 Mitsubishi Evo

2006 Mitsubishi Evo

This Evo IX is showing just over 78k miles and is sporting a few worthy upgrades to help it keep pace with modern rivals.

Valencia, CA · Asking $46,000
2003 Infiniti G35

2003 Infiniti G35

Sharing the engine and platform with the Z33 350Z, this G35 is a driver but looks to have been well cared for and very much loved.

Milan, MI · Asking $9,500
2004 Radical SR3

2004 Radical SR3

With a high-revving 1300cc Hayabusa engine mated to a sequential manual gearbox, it would be tough to find more fun for the money.

Los Angeles, CA · Asking $20,000
2013 Ariel Atom 3.5

2013 Ariel Atom 3.5

Conceived for the backroads, this Atom 3.5 sports a factory-equipped 300hp supercharged K24 engine and a Quaife limited-slip diff.

Tulsa, OK · Asking $75,000
2013 Mitsubishi Evo GSR

2013 Mitsubishi Evo GSR

Showing just over 10k miles, this Evo X GSR has been built for track duty. A bigger turbocharger forces more air into the motor…

Irvine, CA · Asking $35,000
2016 Cadillac ATS-V

2016 Cadillac ATS-V

Offering a generous 464hp from the factory, this ATS-V offers three pedals and enough room to entertain the whole family.

Panama City Beach, FL · Asking $39,000
2000 Factory Five GTM

2000 Factory Five GTM

Powered by a 6.0L V8 and weighing under 2,400 pounds, this Factory Five GTM is a rare find and is showing just over 2k miles.

Irvine, CA · Asking $78,000
2016 Jaguar F-Type S

2016 Jaguar F-Type S

This F-Type S looks to have been kept in pristine condition and is finished in striking Rhodium Silver over red leather.

St Petersburg, FL · Asking $44,800
2006 Maserati Coupe GT

2006 Maserati Coupe GT

Showing just 35k miles, this Coupe GT features a rare three-pedal manual transmission and looks to be in excellent condition.

Kay Biscayne, FL · Asking $38,000
2013 Volvo C30 T5 Polestar

2013 Volvo C30 T5 Polestar

Finished in eye-catching Rebel Blue, this C30 T5 Polestar sports a capable turbocharged inline-5 motor from the factory.

Chandler, AZ · Asking $20,000
2014 Ligier JS 53 EVO II 'Track Car'

2014 Ligier JS 53 EVO II 'Track Car'

Spending its earlier years racing in Italy, this Ligier JS 53 EVO 2 has a race win under its belt at Mugello Circuit.

Huntington Beach, CA · Asking $95,000
2004 Mini Cooper S 'Track Car'

2004 Mini Cooper S 'Track Car'

Built to put down solid lap times, this R53 Cooper S weighs in at just 2,300 pounds and features a long list of worthy upgrades.

Bakersfield, CA · Asking $12,000
2018 Formula 3 'Track Car'

2018 Formula 3 'Track Car'

Propelled by a Kawasaki ZX-14R motorcycle motor, this Formula 3 race car is reportedly street legal which is a dream come true.

Lake Hughes, CA · Asking $49,500
2007 Aston Martin VantageSold

2007 Aston Martin Vantage

With a front-mid engine layout and a dry-sump V8, the Vantage offers a unique driving experience and is right at home on the backroads.

Costa Mesa, CA · Listed For $44,995
2012 Ariel Atom 3Sold

2012 Ariel Atom 3

Boasting a rare California SB100 exemption, this Atom 3 weighs in at just 1,350 pounds and offers a generous 240hp.

El Sobrante, CA · Listed For $83,500
2005 Mitsubishi Evo MR 'Track Car'Sold

2005 Mitsubishi Evo MR 'Track Car'

Built by Swisher for track duty, this Evo IX MR is showing just 8k miles and sports a GMG full spec roll cage and a $10k Anze suspension

Seattle, WA · Listed For $40,500
2018 Jaguar F-TypeSold

2018 Jaguar F-Type

Featuring three pedals and a supercharger from the factory, this one-owner F-Type is completely stock. A capable performer…

Oldwick, NJ · Listed For $37,000
2003 Lexus IS300Sold

2003 Lexus IS300

Showing less than 40k miles, this IS300 is finished in eye-catching Intensa Blue and looks to have been kept in excellent shape.

Frisco, TX · Listed For $22,900
2004 Lexus IS300Sold

2004 Lexus IS300

This one-owner IS300 SportDesign Edition was optioned from the factory with a proper three-pedal manual with a limited-slip differential

Chicago, IL · Listed For $11,900
2003 Mitsubishi EvoSold

2003 Mitsubishi Evo

This one-owner Evo VIII has been left completely stock and has seen some recent service to help keep it running like new.

River Forest, IL · Listed For $29,000
2014 Ariel Atom SRA 'Track Car'Sold

2014 Ariel Atom SRA 'Track Car'

Weighing just 1,350 pounds with 240HP of forward motivation, this is about as pure of a driving experience that exists.

Woods Cross, UT · Listed For $55,000
1996 Mitsubishi EvoSold

1996 Mitsubishi Evo

Benefitting from a recent engine rebuild to factory spec, this right-hand drive Evolution IV appears to be a well-sorted driver.

Great Neck, NY · Listed For $17,500
2004 Lexus IS300Sold

2004 Lexus IS300

Benefitting from three pedals and a limited-slip differential, this IS300 appears to have been well cared for and left mostly stock.

Oakland, CA · Listed For $15,500
2015 Aston Martin Vantage GTSold

2015 Aston Martin Vantage GT

Showing 37k miles, it warms our hearts that this V8 Vantage GT has actually been driven rather than being hidden away.

Houston, TX · Listed For $68,500
2006 Mitsubishi Evo MRSold

2006 Mitsubishi Evo MR

A driver through and through, this Evo MR is rare in that it has been left almost entirely stock. Highly receptive to modification…

Frederick, MD · Listed For $28,500
1999 Dodge Viper GTS 'Supercharged'Sold

1999 Dodge Viper GTS 'Supercharged'

This Viper GTS has been supercharged and built with more capable innards for anyone who thinks a 8.0L V10 isn't quite enough.

Macomb, MI · Listed For $82,500
2011 Mitsubishi Evo GSRSold

2011 Mitsubishi Evo GSR

Offering approximately 350hp at the wheels on 93 octane fuel, this Evo GSR features a few key upgrades to give it more go.

Matthews, NC · Listed For $31,000
2011 Mitsubishi Evo GSRSold

2011 Mitsubishi Evo GSR

This Evo GSR benefits from a generous list of bolt-on modifications to help it keep pace with modern rivals.

Tempe, AZ · Listed For $38,000
2013 Mini Cooper JCW GPSold

2013 Mini Cooper JCW GP

With a strut bar replacing the rear seats from the factory, the JCW GP is focused on putting the driving experience first.

Littleton, CO · Listed For $24,500
2016 Cadillac ATS-VSold

2016 Cadillac ATS-V

Producing an estimated 530hp thanks to a lightly modified turbocharged V6, this ATS-V offers entertainment for the whole family.

Issaquah, WA · Listed For $45,000
1999 Ferrari 360 ModenaSold

1999 Ferrari 360 Modena

With a proper gated manual and a Challenge Stradale exhaust for an even more thrilling sound, this 360 Modena ticks all the right boxes.

Houston, TX · Listed For $140,000
1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4Sold

1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4

With all-wheel drive, electronically controlled dampers, and active aero, the Z16A 3000GT VR-4 was a technological marvel of its day.

Palm Desert, CA · Listed For $24,800
2006 Mitsubishi Evo MRSold

2006 Mitsubishi Evo MR

Producing 359hp with just a few basic modifications, this Evo 9 MR is showing 89k miles and looks to be in factory fresh condition.

Chico, CA · Listed For $37,900
1996 Mitsubishi EvoSold

1996 Mitsubishi Evo

Left mostly stock, this JDM Evolution IV is finished in classic white and sports handsome SSR wheels painted to match.

Kennett Square, PA · Listed For $41,500
2002 Lexus IS300 SportcrossSold

2002 Lexus IS300 Sportcross

This IS300 Sportcross has had a proper three-pedal manual swapped in to make the factory 2JZ motor that much more fun.

San Mateo, CA · Listed For $18,000
2011 Cadillac CTS-VSold

2011 Cadillac CTS-V

Sporting a supercharged 6.2L V8 with an automatic transmission from the factory, this CTS-V wagon features some go-fast extras.

Houston, TX · Listed For $44,000
2016 Arial Atom 3SSold

2016 Arial Atom 3S

An open-wheel racer for the street, this Atom 3S is about as much fun as anyone could possibly have on public roads.

Austin, TX · Listed For $75,000
2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4Sold

2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4

Offering a whopping 620hp at the wheels, the motor in this Neon SRT-4 has been fully built to help cope with the extra power.

Ontario, CA · Listed For $13,000
2011 Ariel Atom 3Sold

2011 Ariel Atom 3

Boasting a rare California SB100 exemption, this Atom 3 sports a supercharged K20 motor which has the distinctive whine we love.

Brea, CA · Listed For $75,000
2008 Dodge Viper ACRSold

2008 Dodge Viper ACR

One of just three ACR Vipers finished in orange with black stripes, it benefits from a beefed up drivetrain to ensure reliability.

Cave Creek, AZ · Listed For $112,500
2018 Cadillac ATS-V 'Championship Edition'Sold

2018 Cadillac ATS-V 'Championship Edition'

Left completely stock, this Cadillac ATS-V came from the factory with a respectable 464hp, Brembo brakes, and three pedals.

Phoenixville, PA · Listed For $42,000
2006 Mitsubishi Evo MRSold

2006 Mitsubishi Evo MR

This one-owner Evo 9 is showing just 65k miles and looks to have been well cared for and very much loved.

Woodburn, OR · Listed For $39,995
2001 Dodge Viper GTSSold

2001 Dodge Viper GTS

Decorated with aggressive silver racing stripes, this Viper GTS has accumulated just 38k miles and looks to be in excellent shape.

Los Gatos, CA · Listed For $75,000
1971 Mini Cooper SSold

1971 Mini Cooper S

Weighing in at around 1,500 pounds, this Mini Cooper S is about as fun as it gets and has recently seen a new interior.

Walnut Creek, CA · Listed For $25,000
2006 Ariel Atom 2 'Turbo'Sold

2006 Ariel Atom 2 'Turbo'

Benefitting from an aftermarket turbocharger and forged internals, this Atom 2 is even better at distorting your face at speed.

Valrico, FL · Listed For $59,999
1997 Dodge Viper GTSSold

1997 Dodge Viper GTS

Showing just 27k miles, the Viper GTS is capable of 1.01g on the skidpad out of the box and packs a 8.0L V10 under the hood.

Thousand Oaks, CA · Listed For $65,000
2008 Mitsubishi Evo GSRSold

2008 Mitsubishi Evo GSR

Offering a healthy 510hp at the wheels on 93 octane, this Evo X GSR has had $40k invested and includes all invoices.

Toledo, OH · Listed For $39,900
Driving on the backroads

Driving is
the answer.

Built for Backroads is for people like us, people who live to drive. Rubber on pavement is an escape, a place to meet friends and make friends, a time to push ourselves and our cars.

Be the first to know of the latest
driver-focused cars for sale.

Thanks! Check your email for a confirmation message.