Sounds like peeps looking for a CLA 250, but wanting it to be a bit more "86ish" should be looking into a
Cadillac ATS 2.0T w/ manual trans.
[ame="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuR1l30ySZA"]Road Test: 2013 Cadillac ATS - YouTube[/ame]
I was also stuck against getting a Caddy, but the car has most of what people have mentioned that the CLA 250 is lacking. The ATS made my very short list, but eventually figured I didn't need the rear doors.
2014 Cadillac ATS 2.0T (MT)
$34,900 MSRP - Selling for $31,000 OTD in most areas.
RWD - 6 speed manual trans
272 hp @ 5500 rpm
260 ft-lbs. @ 1700 rpm
50/50 weight distribution
Limited Slip Diff
21/31 MPG
http://modifiedcars.biz/2013-cadillac-ats-sports-sedan/
