Best vehicles under 50k.
 

OK, what vehicle would you pick if you were allowed to pick one, with the only stipulation being it has to be under 50k?

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I'm not a big fan of Ford but I just love the new [URL="http://www.svt.ford.com/"]Ford Shelby GT500[/URL].

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I love the new Dodge Charger and you can get the top of the line version for just under $40,000.

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You looking Us or import? What type? Sedan? SUV? There are lots of good cars/trucks/suvs under 50k.

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THE FLUX CAPACITOR!!

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Toyota Avalon's are really nice. If you're looking for a larger car, I recommend it.

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[quote=djnemo65;260048][IMG]http://freenet-homepage.de/mldogs/members/cars/dreamcar01.gif[/IMG][/quote]

HAHAHA! I remember that episode. What did Homer name it?

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[QUOTE=TheMalcolmConnection;260067]HAHAHA! I remember that episode. What did Homer name it?[/QUOTE]

The Homer. Duh.

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LOL! HAHAHAHA. Totally forgot.

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The absolute best car under $50k? [URL="http://www.corvette.com"]C6[/URL] hands down.

Your question is too open ended, but I'll go ahead and assume you want a daily driver. If I had $50k to spend on a DD, I'd look at the Lexus GS.

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[QUOTE=cpayne5;260085]The absolute best car under $50k? [URL="http://www.corvette.com"]C6[/URL] hands down.

Your question is too open ended, but I'll go ahead and assume you want a daily driver. If I had $50k to spend on a DD, I'd look at the Lexus GS.[/QUOTE]

It's not too open ended unless you're indecisive. It's your option for 1 vehicle under 50k. Any vehicle. What would you pick?

Hey saden...UNDER 50k.

ps- the homer was like 86k.

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[URL="http://www.cnn.com/2006/AUTOS/12/14/mustang_wagons/index.html"]Whhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaa?!?!?![/URL]

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The General Lee! I can hear "Dixie" now...

Or perhaps something with a bit more class:
[img]https://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/SHUTCH.jpg[/img]

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Could I use the money and buy a boat because it is kind of a veh?

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[QUOTE=ArtMonkDrillz;260125][URL="http://www.cnn.com/2006/AUTOS/12/14/mustang_wagons/index.html"]Whhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaaaa?!?!?![/URL][/QUOTE]

Well, in all honesty, this could help their sales.
A lot of people stay away from the Mustang because it has no bells and whistles like other vehicles of similar money. It has an engine and a radio...outside of that, what amenities does it offer?
If Mustang / Ford was smart, they would not do a wagon, or 4 door, they should throw GPS systems, and luxury amenities into the car and the sales would increase.

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[quote=jsarno;260109]It's not too open ended unless you're indecisive.[/quote]

Well, I got the impression that you were asking for opinions about what we would recommend.

If thats not the case, and this is just a dream session, then I guess I'd have to go w/ a used C5 that's been TT'd by Lingenfelter.

BTW, the GT500 is less than $50k ;)

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[QUOTE=cpayne5;260140]Well, I got the impression that you were asking for opinions about what we would recommend.

If thats not the case, and this is just a dream session, then I guess I'd have to go w/ a used C5 that's been TT'd by Lingenfelter.

BTW, the GT500 is less than $50k ;)[/QUOTE]

I thought it was over 50k, but the MSRP is $45755. My bad.

I was referring to a new vehicle, but it's your option.
Those lingenfelters are amazing. I had a chance to drive one a couple years ago. The car can go 0-60 in 3.9 seconds SKIPPING 2nd gear. Amazing.

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BMW 335i - twin turbo

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[QUOTE=GhettoDogAllStars;260238]BMW 335i - twin turbo[/QUOTE]


Aaahhh, now that's a great car.

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[QUOTE=jsarno;260109]It's not too open ended unless you're indecisive. It's your option for 1 vehicle under 50k. Any vehicle. What would you pick?

Hey saden...UNDER 50k.

ps- the homer was like 86k.[/QUOTE]

Hard to believe but it is [URL="http://autos.yahoo.com/newcars/model/overview.html;_ylt=AszToYfFYlY.2PO7vp_vegMEc78F?modelId=4851"]under 50K [/URL].

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[QUOTE=saden1;260281]Hard to believe but it is [URL="http://autos.yahoo.com/newcars/model/overview.html;_ylt=AszToYfFYlY.2PO7vp_vegMEc78F?modelId=4851"]under 50K [/URL].[/QUOTE]

Yes, I made a comment to that in a previous post...this one:
[i]I thought it was over 50k, but the MSRP is $45755. My bad.[/i]

I really thought it was 60+, but I was mistaken.

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I am liking my Lincoln Mark LT pickup and that was under $50k.

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[QUOTE=jbcjr14;260302]I am liking my Lincoln Mark LT pickup and that was under $50k.[/QUOTE]


I never knew of anyone that bought that truck...is it nice?
I have a fully loaded 05 GMC Sierra ex cab z-71...I love that truck! It was only 34k.

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[quote=ArtMonkDrillz;260030]I love the new Dodge Charger and you can get the top of the line version for just under $40,000.[/quote]


I had a buddy get one as a rental and he let me drive it and it was junk. First of all it is a 4 door which makes it to sedan like. Second of all, even with a V8 it has no power.

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[QUOTE=SkinsLove24/7;260330]I had a buddy get one as a rental and he let me drive it and it was junk. First of all it is a 4 door which makes it to sedan like. Second of all, even with a V8 it has no power.[/QUOTE]

Did you drive the RT 5.7 litre v-8 with the hemi??? Cause you should not be saying that. I test drove one and had it going sidways down the street. Did you also have the traction control on? Cause that will hurt the power a lot.

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[QUOTE=jsarno;260355]Did you drive the RT 5.7 litre v-8 with the hemi??? Cause you should not be saying that. I test drove one and had it going sidways down the street. Did you also have the traction control on? Cause that will hurt the power a lot.[/QUOTE]

Can you even rent an RT 5.7? If so, I'm gonna rent one for a day, and go buck wild!

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[QUOTE=GhettoDogAllStars;260362]Can you even rent an RT 5.7? If so, I'm gonna rent one for a day, and go buck wild![/QUOTE]

I doubt you can...they go from the 3.5 litre v-6 to the 5.7 litre v-8. Maybe you actually drove the v-6.

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[QUOTE=GhettoDogAllStars;260238]BMW 335i - twin turbo[/QUOTE]

Winner winner. THe BMW 3 series is a ridonkulous car. Feels like a fricking formula one car. Not that I know what that feels like but it feels like what I THINK a formula one car would feel like.

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[QUOTE=FRPLG;260390]Winner winner. THe BMW 3 series is a ridonkulous car. Feels like a fricking formula one car. Not that I know what that feels like but it feels like what I THINK a formula one car would feel like.[/QUOTE]

Yes, it has good pickup, a tight suspension, and with all the goodies you can get like GPS, heated seats etc, it is quite a great car.
I have tried to talk my wife into trading her car in for one, but it's so expensive.

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[QUOTE=jsarno;260324]I never knew of anyone that bought that truck...is it nice?
I have a fully loaded 05 GMC Sierra ex cab z-71...I love that truck! It was only 34k.[/QUOTE]

Ya, it's a good truck and I like it alot. It's like a town car riding down the road and the service at Lincoln is very good.

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i just looked at a brand new chevy tahoe that was $49995.00. that thing was the mac daddy

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[QUOTE=dmek25;260635]i just looked at a brand new chevy tahoe that was $49995.00. that thing was the mac daddy[/QUOTE]

Wow, it's amazing how expensive vehicles have gotten!
I have looked at several vehicles for my wife...an Infiniti g-35 coupe and sedan. BMW 330 (06), or BMW 328 / 335 (07). Mercedes C class (starts low but after you add options, becomes unaffordable). Dodge Charger RT. Cadillac CTS. Volvo S40. Audi A-4.
It seems like all the decent cars cost 35k and up.
I really like the BMW and the Infiniti, but we need more money in the budget to pull it off. We already pay $450 a month for my truck, $365 a month for her car, and my motorcycle is nearly paid off.

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For value, you can't really beat a Honda, IMO. They drive great, are reliable, fuel efficient, and relatively cheap. You can get one decked out for under 25K.

I'm also impressed with Hyundai recently. They could represent a challenge to Honda.

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I wouldn't mind picking up a subaru WRX, alot fun to drive if you can get over the "fast and furious look".

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I'd go with one of these:

*Mustang GT with money left over to build up the engine or a Shelby (under $50K with a trade-in)
*Chrysler 300 with a HEMI and AWD
*Charger with a HEMI
*Magnum with a HEMI and AWD
*Pontiac Grand Prix GXP
*Cadillac CTS, STS, DTS
*Buick Lucerne or Lacrosse
*Mercury Milan, Montego Grand Marquis
*Ford Five Hundred, Crown Victoria
*Lincoln MKZ, Town Car