I was out in a MX5 a few weeks ago and it is a brilliant track day car with very few vices. It is also very easy to feel the weight transfer and to learn to drive it on the limit. The Elise is a very quick car but has some challenges when driven quickly. Most drivers do not use more than 50% of the cars ability so never know.
My Mk2.5 MX5 is for sale, if anyone is interested.