This is true John, the Elise would be a superb choice. Great pics by the way.
The MGF/TF's are so underrated, a well designed sports car which seems to be going unnoticed, all thanks to the MG Rover branded stigma.
I hear of many TF's being the car to use as a track day car, they are incredibly stable in the corners. Its a case of the engine being in the middle of the car maintains equal front and rear weight, you get the best of both worlds from these cars, speed and handling.