First Drive: BMW 2 Series Convertible
The two series coupe was one of our favourite cars last year so has it lost any of its appeal in the conversion from coupe to convertible writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? BMW has replaced the 1 Series drop-top, the most successful car in its class with global sales of more than 130,000 units, and the only one with rear-wheel drive, with its new 2 Series convertible. First impressions of the BMW 2 series convertible? BMW...
5 convertibles that could be yours for around €12,000
While new convertibles are expensive you’ll be amazed by the bargain price of a used one, we have 5 drop-tops that could be yours for around €12,000 writes Suzanne Keane Fiat 500c (2010) The Fiat 500C (2010) is the ultimate city convertible. The simple roof design doesn’t take away from the design of the car and as the fabric hood just retracts it doesn’t interfere with boot space (an impressive 182 litres in such a small car)...
Want to buy a convertible?
Convertibles are the very epitome of cool, whether petite, practical, old or new they are certainly one of the most glamorous ways to beat the summer heat and more and more of us are opting for style rather than boot space. With the lotto hitting 12 million tonight we pick four of our favourites BMW Z4 When it comes to convertibles if you want something reliable and well built then you can’t really go wrong with the Z4. The styling is...
Jaguar F-TYPE 3.0 V6 S Convertible
It may have been decades in the making but does the new F-type, the spiritual successor to the iconic E-Type, live up to expectations, Geraldine Herbert finds out. What is it? Jaguar has roared back into the open top market with a dazzling looking convertible. Who is it aimed at? This is the perfect car for posing in; no rival looks like or sounds like the Jaguar F-Type, Styling? Stylish, sassy, sexy, this seductive two seater is...
VW Golf Cabriolet 1.6 Tdi
Golf Cabriolet 1.6TDI The first hopeful glimmer of sunshine always sparks a barbecue, sun cream and convertible buying frenzy. With high hopes for good weather we road test the latest addition to the market, VW’s Golf Cabriolet. What is it? Few things in life are as much fun as open-top motoring so we snapped up the opportunity to try out the newest addition to the market, Volkswagen’s elegant Golf Cabriolet. Who is it aimed...
