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Old 05-13-10, 10:50 PM
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I know this is a pretty broad question...but previously posted...my brother sold his 2008 Range Rover SC this morning...we are again shopping in the states...for a car that is maximum 50K USD...

Here are his requirements or preferences....

Has to be 4 door,preferably NOT a SUV,has to be 2008 or newer,has to be automatic,..he doesnt want a LS....i suggested the IS-F but he thinks its too small..he has one child and wants another...he is looking for performance,4 doors,great handling and sharp looks...

I had suggested the Jaguar XF SC..but hes not sold on it yet...

Just looking for some responses...I have thought of all I could...he prefers at least a 2009 model but if I can find a great deal on a 08 he might bite.

Thanks in advance.
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Get a used gs350 and pocket the difference
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There's the option of used M5, E63, and S6. I just searched AutoTrader, and some of the 08s are starting to dip under the 50k mark, depending on mileage. I'm not sure what kind of mileage your brother is looking to stay under and how he feels about german cars, but all three definitely can perform. Looks on the models are more a personal taste that your brother would have to look into. I personally think all of the three sedans look handsome in their own way. The S6 has AWD which is a plus up there in Canadia
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Originally Posted by werewolf
Get a used gs350
a NEW GS350 cost about $50K USD, so what would the point of getting used be?

For $50K he has unlimited options really, depending on what his preferences are. He can get a loaded 2008 S550 4Matic for that money. I've even seen S63 AMGs advertised for around $50K as well...

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Old 05-14-10, 05:14 AM
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If he can get over the tacky looks of the S550, its a fabulous ride!
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Originally Posted by LexTriton
There's the option of used M5, E63, and S6. I just searched AutoTrader, and some of the 08s are starting to dip under the 50k mark, depending on mileage. I'm not sure what kind of mileage your brother is looking to stay under and how he feels about german cars, but all three definitely can perform. Looks on the models are more a personal taste that your brother would have to look into. I personally think all of the three sedans look handsome in their own way. The S6 has AWD which is a plus up there in Canadia
+1 on the choices.. Throw the Caddy CTS-V in the mix as well..
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Old 05-14-10, 06:47 AM
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That is pretty broad. I recently tested an Audi S6, understated good looks, V-10, AWD and it was fantastic, one of the best vehicles I've driven. It is hard to find but it is in that price range.

As stated a F-sport GS 350 fits the bill too. You can find used M5s, E55s easily under 50k now.
 
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4 suggestions:

- Cadillac CTS Wagon
- Ford Flex w/ ecoboost engine
- Ford Taurus SHO
- Lincoln MKS w/ ecoboost
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Might I suggest the Audi S4?
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Lexus GS 350
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+1 for a GS350 as well. I'm not biased or anything. LOL
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2011 Toyota Avalon! The interior is super sweet. A fully loaded one runs under $40k.
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Originally Posted by Haitwun
2011 Toyota Avalon! The interior is super sweet. A fully loaded one runs under $40k.
not sure toyota is where he was goin with 50k question,,,
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i agree with a used M5 or A6. maybe even a used IS-F
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Originally Posted by venom21
Might I suggest the Audi S4?
+1





$47K

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
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