Car owners and motoring enthusiasts in the US often believe that Henry Ford was the inventor of the automobile. Henry Ford made the automobile a mass consumer good in the USA because he invented mass production through the assembly line in the factory. However, the car was invented by the German Karl Benz, whose name is in fact present in the Mercedes-Benz brand.

German engineers, scientists, and designers were therefore decisive in the invention, development, and refinement of the automobile in all its components.

Modern German manufacturers still occupy the top positions on the automobile market in the field of luxury cars, in the field of sports cars, and in the field of small ones. The performance, efficiency, and reliability of German cars which are exported all over the world do not fear comparison and competition with American, Japanese, or Italian manufacturers.

German cars are also a significant part of the used car market, precisely because they remain valid and reliable for decades on end. We've put together a list of the best ten German sports cars that you can buy with a budget of up to $20,000. Real opportunities not to be missed.

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10 BMW 7 Series: Power And Style For More Than Just A Sports Car

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The BMW 7 Series can be considered a large luxury sedan, but also a stylish sports car for the power it has and the cost. The fifth generation was produced between 2008 and 2015.

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In fact, you can find such a model with even less than 100,000 miles on a budget of less than $20,000. The 750i and 750Li flavors all mean a V8 is underhood, but this generation also offered very sweet and reliable diesels.

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9 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Sport Never Looked So Magnificent

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This E-Class is a Mercedes world-famous for its design and extreme drivability in every situation. This E-Class, which was produced between 2010 and 2016, is barely within our budget, but it's worth mentioning because it represents the ideal compromise between a luxury car and a sports car.

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The car features a V8 engine and can fit into our budget with a mileage of just 50,000 miles.

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8 Audi A4: The Deal Of A Lifetime?

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Unbelievable but true: with a budget of less than $20k you can find this Audi A4 with a mileage of around 50,000 miles, which was produced between the years 2016 and 2020.

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It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which delivers an impressive 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque.

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7 Audi A7: A Masterpiece Within (Almost) Everyone's Reach

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Here's a classic example of a car that was born to be a luxury car and soon also turned out to be perfectly suited, for price reasons, for anyone looking for a powerful and uniquely styled German sports car. While it hasn't been on the market that long, the price of this Audi has come down, falling within the $20,000 budget for a model with a mileage of around 50,000 miles.

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The first generation debuted back in 2010, combining a spacious interior with an A8-like footprint. The most popular versions mount a 3.0T six-cylinder engine.

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6 Volkswagen CC: The "People's Car" Has Become So Even In Price

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The Volkswagen CC combines the profile of a coupe-like luxury car with the power and cost of a sports car. Equipped with a 2.0 turbocharged inline-four engine and a six-speed manual transmission, it was produced until 2017. There are currently a good number of these on the used market, even though they are a relatively new model.

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These Volkswagens were expensive when they came out, but they depreciated in value quickly due to competition. Today you can find many low mileage examples around $15,000. Since these are Volkswagens, you can rest assured about the reliability and efficiency of these cars.

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5 Audi TT: A Car That Has Definitely Aged Well

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All car enthusiasts know that Audi calls every version equipped with all-wheel drive "Quattro" regardless of the model. Perhaps few, however, are aware that every car in the "Quattro" version also features Swedish-based Haldex in their smaller cars with transversely mounted engines. Just the 1999 Audi TT represents a perfect example of this procedure.

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The styling of this car is unmistakable and the power really leaves you stunned:

It mounts a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine capable of delivering 225 horsepower.

Today you can find a model of this Audi for the modest price of about $5,000 and you don't have to worry about spare parts to use in maintenance: many parts of this Audi, in fact, are the same mounted also by VW GTI and New Beetle.

4 Volkswagen Golf R And R32: The Perfect Cars For Every Situation

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The Volkswagen R32 Golf was produced and sold in large quantities between 1997 and 2004. The R32 shared a six-cylinder transmission with the Audi TT and featured 250 horsepower. This car was equipped with a six-speed manual transmission.

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This car represents the epitome of the German sports cars: it is economical and easy to handle. Great comfort is given by the padded seats, stability is given by larger wheels and brakes. The fact that resale prices are still quite high (anywhere between $14,000 to $16,000 for an R32 that has a mileage of 100,000 miles) supports how good this car is.

The Volkswagen Golf R boasts an upgraded Haldex system, which is derived from Audi's A3 and S3 models. The price of this Volkswagen also remains quite high, if you think that for a model still under warranty you can get to spend about $18,000.

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3 Porsche Cayman S: A Lifelong Dream Comes True

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Few German sports cars boast as much appeal as Porsche's. With our budget, it is perhaps the most attractive deal you can get if you love the feeling of high speed with lightning-fast acceleration.

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This Porsche Cayman S made its debut in 2006. It weighs slightly less than 3,000 pounds and puts out up to 240 horsepower. It has a six-speed manual transmission. It has now spread around the world, just by virtue of its relatively low resale price.

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2 BMW M5 E39: World Exploration Made Easy And Comfortable

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This BMW came into its own just as electronics were gaining importance in the automobile. It offered that analog feel, which has now become vintage, that appeals to the true driving enthusiast while being equipped with all the amenities of modern cars.

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Used examples range in price from $7,000 to $15,000 depending on mileage and condition. They are efficient and indestructible cars - with consistent maintenance they can go hundreds of thousands of miles.

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1 BMW E46 Touring: Style And Class For The Whole Family

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This BMW is a sports car that's also good for the whole family. In fact, it's a sporty station wagon with a relatively luxurious interior and plenty of room in the rear, with the added option of fitting a luggage rack.

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Equipped with a light and efficient 2.5-liter engine, the E46 Touring is both maneuverable and smooth thanks to flex-spring dampers. When buying this used car, you need to check the cooling system, which is the only weakness of this car. Once this aspect is checked or fixed, you can be happy to spend around $5,000 to start exploring the world with your BMW.

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