What's the best car in the 50k range?
You cannot go wrong with an M35, I love that car. Theres also the question of what "image" youre looking for. The M35 is no S4 or BMW, but as an all around car I think its #1.
50k already gets you an M
45.
Fuel economy wont be pleasant though with "M" anything.
There are ALOT of options in that price range, specify what you are looking for. (S4 and S5 included). Actually the S5 sounds pretty sweet if you can get one at actual MSRP.
So lets see, we have so far:
(Mainstream cars).
M35-M45
Audi S4/S5
BMW 535i (Definitely a solid car).
Loaded STS
Loaded Lexus GS
Loaded Audi A4 Convertible
Those are a blend of luxury and performance.
If you want flat out performance, id suggest a
Mitsubishi Lancer EVO MR. (39k MSRP).Possibly a
Ford GT500 although those are rare and and not very "every-day" worthy IMO.
Of course you have your infamous
Charger SRT8, although im assuming you want something a little higher up.
Lots of choices...