hi guys

just would like to get from you choices on what i can buy for that budget for an european car or maybe american car. need it for a new experience in driving, riding comfort, and maybe a status symbol car. to enjoy fruits of my labor.

below are my choices. please feel free to add more cars and comment.

1. 2003 - 2006 Jaguar Xtype - very rare on the road. i think its for the bmw 3series market but its a jaguar!
2. MB C class
3. BMW E60 but budget persists for a 316i only

what else??