I did a similar search not too long ago. If I was in your budget range here is what I would have done:
Inboard
- Malibu Sunsetter LXI - Early 2000's, diamond hull, great ski wake, open bow, etc.
- Malibu Sunsetter XTI - Same hull and ski wake, different interior layout.
V-drive
- Malibu Sunsetter VLX - Early 2000's, make sure it has the diamond hull (some don't).
- Mastercraft 205v - This hull was around for a long time, eventually turned into the X1.