Top 10 best value convertible cars in the UKThe top ten convertible cars which can be found on British roads.With British summer time fast approaching now has never been a better time to buy or lease a convertible car in order to enjoy the sunshine when driving around the UK. Thanks to the unusually warm spring weather, convertible cars have never been so popular with British drivers and with summer time a matter of weeks away there are no end of models available to lease or buy. Here then are ten of the best convertible cars which can be bought on the market for open road use and which offer UK drivers the best experiences for driving with their tops down.
Body panels for the Fortwo Cabrio are made from scratch-resistant plastic and can emerge unscathed from minor scrapings. The car works better as a city car rather than being driven along open country roads which increases the chances of being caught in commuter traffic.
At a cost of £12,665 the car is one of the most affordable convertibles available on the car market with a stylish canvas roof which folds back. Also noted as one of the most stylish convertible cars that can be bought, the Fiat 500C is classed as a ’2+2′ car as opposed to a simple four-seated vehicle.
MG’s TF received a four star rating from the Euro NCAP safety group and sticks to the parent group’s design of mid-engined family friendly cars. The price is only £13,799 and is fitted with a K series four cylinder petrol engine which allows the car to reach a top speed of 137 miles per hour.
The Wind’s roof is controlled electronically which offers the driver a fast solution when the weather changes suddenly, a very beneficial bonus when driving in Britain. Offering a five-speed gearbox but no diesel engine, the Wing can occasionally flatter to deceive, making it excellent for driving around hillsides in the country but not as satisfying for cruising along on the motorway.
Like a lot of convertibles on this list, the car seems to appreciate being driven through motorways and city roads far more than winding its way through long country roads. The car is noted for its compactness, has a smart design and drives well.
From a standing start, the car can reach 60 miles per hour in just over ten seconds, helped by a five speed manual gear stick and front wheel drive. Unlike a lot of convertible cars the 207CC has a larger boot space, perfect for carrying a picnic when motoring along country lanes looking for somewhere to to stop off.
Positives outweigh the negatives though, with the car offering a comfortable ride due to a variety of engines from 1.6 litre to 2 litre which allows the Beetle Cabriolet to race from 0-60 in 12.9 seconds. The car has been designed for cruising which makes it ideal for trips out in the country along quiet roads.
Coming in at a cost of £16,650, the Caterham Seven also boasts a 1.6 litre Ford Sigma engine while the driver and passenger can sit comfortably in the car’s racing style seats. The convertible roof must be opened and closed manually and the air conditioning is next to non-existent, however the sheer thrill of driving the car makes up for its (few) faults.
Abarth came about through Austro-Italian Carl Abarth who sold his eponymous model to Fiat in 1971. Fiat kept the original name and allowed it to flourish outside of the Fiat range, despite the firm being the parent company of the car.
Offering 158 brake horse power the Mazda MX-5 can go from 0-60 miles per hour in 9.4 seconds. On top of this, the MX-5 can reach a top speed of 130 miles per hour. One of the most popular convertible cars in the world, Mazda’s vehicle is light, responsive to sensitive handling and comes with a nimble chassis, underlining why it is a favourite with convertible enthusiasts. Related posts:
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