Speakers under $5000 maintained a reputation for quality sound over the last 15 years.

Wilson Benesch
ProAc
M.Logan
Sonor Audio Claro 6.2 or 8.2
..
Sonor Audio is from South Africa.
Incredible value for money.
They also have a hybrid integrated amp there called the Predator and a BlackWidow power.
This drives ML and the rest stunningly. Exceptional detail and control.

Dali Euphonia MS-4 worked for me.

Mirage M1-si
Mirage M3-si
NHT 3.3

Timeless classics

Vandersteen 3A Signature Mark 2 is now $4950.00. Pretty special.

Vandersteen's have always kept their value as well or better than most since they don't change that often.  They are a top value to begin with (at all price levels), so they are going to always be a good value on the open market.  

Companies that come out with a new model or mark whatever every two years hurt their own resale value.  Just look up on the site as to what speakers are really selling for and not just listed for and you will see.