When drivers are searching for a used car, they now have access to all sorts of stats and figures on the Internet. But its hard to quantify exactly how "fun" a car is without driving it.

Although this quality is highly subjective, Edmunds' Inside Line recently listed their personal picks for the most fun vehicles. The one restriction was that the vehicle must be commonly available as a new or used car in America.

While the list had some high-priced vehicles like the Ferrari 458 Italia and Rolls-Royce Drophead Coupe, there were also more than a few choices that will fit into many drivers' price ranges, especially if bought used rather than new.

One choice that didn't surprise anyone was the BMW M3. For whatever reason, this car has become one of the darlings of the automotive press over the years, frequently earning top reviews from a wide variety of sources. Available as either a coupe, convertible or sedan, BMW's performance-enhanced version of its popular 3 Series is definitely a car to have fun in. The news source writes that "like few cars new or old, the beautifully balanced M3 has always made its operator feel like a better driver than he is."

The Cadillac CTS-V took a lot of cues from the M3 in its design, but adds a bit of a muscle car soul under the hood. Powered by a V8 engine that produces 556 horsepower, the CTS is nowhere near as subtle as the M3 – which is exactly what makes it a fun vehicle.

But for pure muscle, there's no beating the Ford Shelby GT500 Mustang. This is the highest trim level of Mustang available and it shows. In recent years, Ford has updated the vehicle's suspension and given it an aluminum-block engine to make for better handling – so now its not just a drag racing straightway vehicle, but a track car as well.

Also from Ford is something that pickup truck fans might appreciate: the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. The Ford F-150 is a popular model, but not exactly what people would think of as a "fun" vehicle. It's great for towing or helping a friend move, but not exactly tearing up the road. That changes when a driver upgrades to the SVT Raptor performance package. This off-road monster packs a 6.2-liter V8 engine, and its large size only adds to the fun.

One of the choices wasn't actually a specific model at all, but a nondescript used car that the news source dubbed "The Beater." This car's value is that it has no value, making it perfect for taking it off-roading or pulling tricks like donuts. Even if something happens to the car, it's okay because it will never be used as a main ride.

There's no shame in wanting a fun vehicle. Drivers who aren't happy with their current non-descript vehicle may want to think about selling or trading their car for one of these models and introducing a little fun into their lives.