Cerbera's are the best looking car ever made imho, but I'd never buy one for the reasons you give...and the unreliablilty of TVR's and the running costs.
Don't fancy an old 911 - I'd kill myself. I like imprezas and the like coz they're so easy to drive fast in all weathers, are some of the best value of performance per pound and are very reliable. Also, even when they slide they're just so predictable and confidence inspiring....