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Q I AM after a sporty super-saloon that isn’t a BMW or an Audi and my budget is £20,000. What are my options? A We’ve unearthed an immaculate-looking 2009 Mercedes C63 AMG for £19,995. Powered by a 6.2-litre 475hp V8 it’s capable of 0-62mph in 4.5s and a limited 155mph. An aftermarket exhaust system adds what should be a thunderous aural accompaniment to the spine-tingling speed. Boasting a full service history and full MOT, it’s got 52,000 miles under its belt. Next is a 2012 Jaguar XFR – the quintessential gentleman’s super saloon. Finished in menacing metallic red, and with a 503hp 5.0-litre supercharged V8, it yields a 0-62mph time of 4.7s and a limited 155mph. Equipment is generous and includes satnav, a Meridian sound system, DAB radio, dual-zone climate control, reversing camera, cruise control, full black leather upholstery and heated front seats. Yours for £19,800, this car has 56,000 miles on the clock. Our final choice is a 2009 Lexus IS F. Its 5.0-litre V8 produces 417hp – translating into a 0-62mph time of 4.8s and a top speed of 168mph. A rare example of one of Lexus’s most potent production cars, the IS F also has an enviable standard kit list, including satnav, a 14-speaker Mark Levinson surround sound, 19-inch BBS forged alloys, electricallyadjustable heated sports seats and cruise control. In excellent condition, and with a full Lexus history, this 53,000-mile example is advertised at £17,995.