2007 Ford Five Hundred SEL

Price When New: $23,785
Dealer Used Price: $13,902
Private Party Price: $12,807
Certified Used Price: $14,872
MPG (city/highway): 21/29

Ford’s Five Hundred — now called the Taurus — is roomy, reliable and safe. The ’05 model won Kiplinger’s Best New Car designation when it was introduced.