Thanks for the feedback, folks.
To clarify - I'm not looking to powershift or drag race or etc. I don't harbor illusions that the P5 is a more expensive sports car for less. I did say that I'm impressed with what it is for the money. Even the shifter seemed not too shabby, if a little loose...
Background:
After 7 years of being home with the kids, my wife is returning to work. Starting next month I get to take the kids to school in the morning. They won't fit in my M Coupe (2dr, 2 seater), so I'm looking for a practical / sporty 4 door. I went to Classic Mazda on SOBT to look at...