Make no mistake about it, the 2009 Nissan Altima Coupe comes dressed to the party in a tuxedo t-shirt: it’s formal, but it still wants to party. The Altima Coupe offers car buyers a younger, more enthused infusion of features and performance at an asking price that’s a hair under an MSRP of $27,000* (3.5 SE). That’s undeniably a LOT of car for the money.

The Altima is the perennial Hot Rod of the midsize class.  It offers ear-to-ear grins while blasting up highway on ramps, and gives you the feel of a sports car, sans wallet-busting payments. If you’re not ready to grow up, and prefer the frosted side of your mini-wheat, then the Altima definitely deserves a hard look (and test drive). And for a limited time, you can get Customer Cash Back from Nissan. Click here to see how much you can save.

Want to learn more? Click to 2009 Nissan Altima Coupe road test and review for the full review.

2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe

While the automotive press is abuzz with praise for the all-new Nissan 370Z, the outstanding performance of last year’s model, the 2008 350Z, has been all but forgotten. However, the budget-minded auto enthusiast has known that this is the car to watch as dealers ponder how to move unsold brand new 350Z’s off crowded lots. Well, to you dedicated few we are pleased to say that your patience has paid off. Right now you can get an incredible four-digit rebate on any 2008 350Z or get financing as low as 1.9% APR for up to 60 months.

With its 306-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 and sport-tuned suspension, the 350Z is still a force to be reckoned with both on the street and at the track. On top of being an already capable platform to build upon, the 350Z’s 5-year production run means that there has been plenty of time for companies to develop go-fast parts for this tuner favorite. While it may be the outgoing model, the aftermarket support available along with its inherent high-performance nature give this car tons of potential. Whoever said there’s no such thing as a cheap sports car?

Hyundai surprised us all when they announced their plans for the 2010 Genesis Coupe nearly two years ago. Back then, a rear-wheel drive, high-output sports coupe from the Korean automaker seemed a bit farfetched. Now that the Genesis Coupe has landed on U.S. shores, we are faced once again with a feeling of surprise. With two outstanding motors available, a 210-horsepower, turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder engine and a 306-horsepower 3.8-liter V6, the Genesis Coupe has power to spare in any trim level. The turbo model reaches 60 mph from a stop in just over 7 seconds, while the V6 makes it in only 5.8 seconds. Another one of the Genesis Coupe’s performance highlights is its suspension. The front MacPherson strut and rear multi-link combo allows it to be taken comfortably to its limits when driven hard, while still providing a compliant ride during your typical commute.

With all of these great features, the Genesis Coupe could very well be the performance bargain of the decade. Hyundai wants this to be the case. That’s why they’re offering the Genesis Coupe 2.0T for just $259 per month for an incredible 36-month lease. Hyundai’s not giving car enthusiasts very many reasons to pass on this deal. If you’re still not impressed, see the Genesis Coupe at work in its natural habitat here. 

To learn more about the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, click here.

The Volvo C30 took us all by surprise when it hit U.S. shores last year. The last time a two-door hatchback was offered stateside by the Swedish automaker was around 1973. It’s been a long and agonizing wait, but Volvo is looking to make amends with this model, a rolling showcase of their commitment to design, safety and functionality. The C30 delivers every-day practicality and sport compact performance all in a very tight, highly capable package. With its turbocharged, 2.4-liter 5-cylinder engine, the C30 cranks out a respectable 227 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. In a car weighing just under 3000 pounds, that kind of power would make for some very exciting runs to the grocery store.

But even if driving thrills aren’t your game, the C30 still has plenty more to offer you. With the rear seats folded down, the C30 can accommodate 20 cubic feet worth of cargo. Add to this the C30’s fuel economy rating of 19/28 mpg (city/highway) and you have an unbeatable vehicle choice for a weekend getaway for two. There’s probably a ton of things more we could say about this car, but it would be much more effective for you to just experience it for yourself. Luckily for you, the “Get 2gether with a Volvo” sales event is here to help get you behind the wheel of a brand new C30. Right now through January 1, 2009, you can lease a 2009 Volvo C30 for just $277 per month for 36 months. On top of that, you get full maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles as well as the assurance that you’re driving one of the safest cars on the road, as the 2009 Volvo C30 was recently awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). If you miss out on this chance to drive Volvo’s new hot hatch, it could be like 1973 all over again.

Link to lease offer: 2009 Volvo C30 Lease Deal