My polish uncle has just chopped off the roof of his Trabant. The best convertible.

I love my 987 Boxster S. Had it for 3 years now and every time I drive it, it’s like my birthday, the happiest day ever! Never get tired of it. And it’s a 2007 with 131k miles on it. Only reason I don’t drive it every day is because I can’t fit all my tools inside. Brilliant machines!👍🏼

Saab 93 Aero convertible 2005 Comfiest seats and the coolest pop out cupholder! I only had one for a few weeks borrowed off a pal while my car was recalled, if it wasn’t for the kids I would’ve bought it. Even in that horrid green colour and my pals terrible 3D number plate when the roof was down it felt like I was in a 150k Ferrari and not a £1500 Saab. Awesome car!

I'm not sure how it's possible not to include the MX5/Miata in a 'best budget second hand sports cars' list.

Z3's and 4's are awesome cars that represent tremendous value for money and are without doubt future classic potential.....on my bucket list for sure.

A Saab 9-3 Aero would be a decent bet too. The facelifted 2008-2011 V6 Turbo is an understated torque monster, especially with a remap.

Agree about the 330 being a cracking car. I have a Ci M sport 04 plate with 82k on it but more importantly lots of history and old parts replaced before they failed. Had it nearly 10 years now

I drive Mercedes E350 Cabriolet, and I love it. A very comfortable ride. Prices of the early models are also very reasonable now.

Honda S2000 would be top of my list. Timeless good looks and a stunning engine. Minters are pricey though these days.

Totally agree on the Abarth124 spider, having bought one 18 months ago. It is rare, special and so much fun for the money, with cheap running costs as well, plus a great owners community.

Lexus IS250c, I've owned one since 2018, and love it.

Great informative video Matt, there are probably 3 or 4 I can think of that are very close to getting on that list.

Totally agree with your comments about the Abarth Spider, they look fantastic and are so different. Definitely a future classic 👍

I love the BMW Z4 23i. The LCI models have a CC top that suits them very wel. Rather long nose to fit the straight 6 which is a magnificent engine. Both a beauty and a beast imo. You’ll need a bit more budget though.

Notable mention Mazda MX-5

"If you're in the States", (haha) you may want to consider a convertible second-hand Mustang. Rental companies have them down south, so it's probably possible to pick one up for cheap money. Even a V6 would be pretty good, and parts you can get practically everywhere, and would cost you cents to fix compared to an Audi or a Bimmer.

Brilliant keep them coming please

A mate of mine just picked up a Z4 6cyl for £1500. Its a really nice bit of kit, will have to do a video on it soon. If you're on a super tight budget, don't forget the 9-3 convertible!

Enjoyed that - Good one!

Nearly had me turning off there Matt (was turning into a Bmw /Audi/Porsche yawn)....But then you got to the Abarth, (and yes I'm an Mx-5 owner) and the Zeeeee....which is really where my money would go (If I had some!)....So well redeemed mate....Cheers! 👍👍

Hi Matt, Surprised the MX5 was not on your list? By the way , great setting for your vid's but I would move the mirror.

Forgot the Lamborghini 206 CC...... Got mine in 2007 and nothing has ever gone wrong, only ever had to change some bulbs! 🤣

Your suggestions are great. I guess the definition of “budget” varies widely at present. The mr2, daihatsu copen would be good additions too and would be what i define as budget covertible

Love your work 👍

Great video! Thanks so much!

I've a 3lt z4 and genuinely can't fault it. With the roof down it's a sexy looking car and the straight six sounds great.

I inherited my father's 1999 MX5 NB 1.6 (50k miles with keep-fit windows) a few years back - it's only just a little bit more sophisticated than a knife and fork, but is a car that talks to me every time I drive it. It is worth next to nothing, but is a laugh a minute whenever a corner is in sight. It's also 'just' insurable for my 2 eldest (21 and 22 years old), so they can enjoy the thrill of analogue motoring. It worth marginally more than a skinny cap from Starbucks, so deffo ticks the BUDGET box.

As well as my GR Yaris my sunny day car is 350 SLK . After 12 years it's still fun , fast , good looking and reasonable cost wise to run .

Just collected a fiat 124 spider today! 1973 model though😂😂

The BMW 3 series always looked great but I have had a 2007 BMW 650 converible for 8 years , awesome second car, you can't beat the sound of a V8 starting in th morning!

The abarth is beautiful, it looks unique and it sounds amazing. The 1.4 turbo engine is supposed to be very quick as well, taking that beauty for a trip round chedder gorge or something like that would be a dream come true 😍

Gotta be the facelift 987.2 with PDK. Around £15k now, no engine problems and the base model will do 0-60 in 5.1s. Can’t really be beat for value.

Love your videos mate

Excellent stuff, as per mate 😀😀

That Red with Beige BMW 330 is such a great colour combo.

I really thought the Mercedes SLK R172 would be on the list. Your positive review last year encouraged me to buy one and I love it.

can't beat the mr2 Roadster on price to performance

I enjoyed this Video, I agree with the BMW 3 series, but you can get the hard top convertibles, from 2006/7 onward s... 320D 330D, or the petrol's 318, 320 +..... I drove around LA in a new 335I BMW convertible White with red Daytona leather in 2012 LOVED it! I got pulled doing 98MPH on the highway to Las Vegas , but thankfully the patrol officer must have lost the ticket as I never received the fine.. Thanks Matt!

Good video as always mate but wish you uploaded this at the beginning of summer!

I had a brand new S4 convertible back in 2007, fabulous car and at 6-8k, they are amazing value. One thing to note if you are looking to buy one, the timing chains need replacing around 100k miles and it is not a cheap job as the whole engine needs to be taken out to do it.. looking at least 2k.. so factor that in if the chains haven’t been done. Either way, they are great cars!

Like it Matt 😂🤣👌👏👍always entertaining and compelling

I was looking at a newer Alfa Spyder - still look so distinctive even if I'm holding everyone up on the M25 stuck on the side on the road - can you feature more Alfa's on the channel? Be so good to see a 159 or a Brera - still so good looking!

Thats a great list. My money would be on the MX5 though, no idea why you left that one out!!

Honda S2000. Love mine.

No Mazda MX5 (Miata in the U.S.). Also in North America is the Mustang. Should be reasonably priced and much cheaper to repair than the European cars.

I’ve had an Abarth 124 Spider since new and love it. Never fails to please. I used to always know what my next car would be, but nothing grabs me like this car does, even 4 years later

Audi TT - I was thinking ‘hairdresser car’ - I drive a Picasso, I kid you not 😂

Agree with selection except Nissan, I had one in France for a month, honestly the tyre roar was worse than 911 and ride was so incredibly hard I needed dental work, as it’s budget convertibles maybe the Saab 9-3 I had 2007 Areo for two years, maybe not sporty but handsome, I did 60.000 miles with absolutely no issues, great alternative to zee Germans

Had never even heard of that Abarth, it looks class. I think I want one!

Got tea on my keyboard with the Peugeot, thanks 🤣🤣

Had a 2012 TTS for 3 years. Couldn’t of described it better myself. Hairdressers comments were water off a ducks back, because it was so good you didn’t care

Wanted a 370z manual coupe for as long as I can remember and hopefully will have one next year 🤞🏾 The B8 S5 V8 convertible is a good shout for this segment too

Volvo C70 T5 GT convertible 👍

Nice video as always. If possible can you make a video for the best cars for new drivers that have recently passed their test. Taking in consideration the cost of insurance, reliability etc

Interesting list. I love my CLK200 not quick but looks nice to me and drives beautifully and dirt cheap to buy a decent one

Very informative

"And the first on the list is Peugeot 307 cc 🤣🤣🤣 You killed it as always 🤣🤣🤣 How can I fnd it so funny I'm a citroen c5 tourer driver 😂😂😂

Damn you Matthew, got me looking at 370's on AT!

Great video matt I nearly pissed myself when you started off with peugeot 307cc lol then you went back to reality in a flash luvly jubbly 👍

Matt, did I spot a bald patch developing in that mirror ? 🥴🧐🤔😁🤣🤣 don’t worry mate , moss doesn’t gather on a busy street 🤣😅 keep up the great work!!!

I liked all of these cars I would buy any one of them Thanks for showing this video

I have a 307CC and i love it^^

We own a Fiat 124 Spider and absolutely love it. Very few about, and so much prettier than the MX5

Cant wait to watch! Ill save it for later when I’m not driving. After hearing the first bit, it reminds me of a Peugeot I went to see. I’m starting to flip some cars for profit to try and start in the motor trade, and went to see a peugeot 206 cc….the roof didn’t work, there was mould all over it, the guy only had the green slip, no MOT, zero life in the clutch & the guy selling it told me to ‘Rev it up to the limiter, it sounds great!’ Needless to say I didn’t buy it - and also it was a written-off car which I found out using Carvertical 🤦🏼‍♂️🤦🏼‍♂️

As a 40-year-old man in the prime of my mid-life crisis, this video was perfect.

E46 330 petrol would definifely be my choice, although I'd go for a coupe over convertible.

Z4 2009/2010 2,5litre manual for around 10k. Beats the lot! Saying this as an owner

I remember when I won an Audi 80 Cabriolet in a raffle for £12 in 2019. I'd never sat in a convertible before and I recall the first time I cracked open the roof. I couldn't believe I was sitting inside a car yet looking up at the sky. Never looked back and I only sold it this year as my wife and I now have Saab 93 Convertibles, which we both love.

I almost bought a E46 M3 convertible, I opted for an Evo 6 instead. I kinda wish I got the BM but I’d probably be saying I wish I had the Evo had I bought the BM instead

Can’t believe you didn’t mention the Citroen C3 Pluriel! A guilty little pleasure of yours.

2 Audis is one too many, I'd keep the TT and replace the other with the Mx-5.

I was literally just scanning auto trader for the E46 330ci. I'm convinced they will be £10k+ for the facelift in the next 5 years.

Days of me running several cars have gone as I can't afford but when I did I've had 3 Saab convertibles a 900 and several 93s that in 10 years or so only got used June to October they were definitely bargains all around £7000 to 9000 never had any problems I've also had a 51reg Merc Slk 230 kompressor didn't keep it a year that was nearly 20 years ago paid £12grand for it for some reason I just didn't Gel with it. If I can ever afford 2 cars again and my convertibles are always a second car think I'd go with the 124 abarth.

Interesting choices there. I expected an MX5 on the list but that's the most basic choice. No hate towards it though.

If I was in UK, I would look at TVR's. There are a number of them that pop up in the market, and may be affordable. At least, the chances are there are enough local mechanics who could fix them when they start limping. I think TVR's are classic British cars, and worth of having.

I like the BMW Z4 35is you still get that straight six plenty of performance from the 1M engine N54 and it’s styling has loads of BMW 507 styling points which was probably the best looking BMW convertible ever built. I.e. Elvis car.. 🤣😂 you also get a 310 litre boot space and we easily get beach chairs, umbrella and food and stuff for the day down the beach for two without any problems. That’s incidental more space than the current Z4 model and almost equal to many bigger cars.

Ferrari california! Not technically affordable for the average joe but a bargain supercar. Cant wait for you to review one day!

I think bmw 6 series should have got a mention mate. Great value at the minute.

I am amazed you dos not include the Saab 9-3 Aero 1998-2002... Amazed

another genuine lol at the Peugeot . . . . . as mentioned in the Golf R comments, I should have fell in love with the TTS but after 5 months i sold it i just never felt any warmth or love for it. It lost some of the playful nature of the basic 2.0 TFSI i had before it. i love a DSG but i just felt it was not well matched to the higher power TFSI and was always in the wrong gear either too slow and dim witted to change when required or just too keen to kick down when not really needed. I think the extra weight of the 4WD and DSG dumbed down some of the play full nature and balance the basic 2.0 TFSI manual had also the MPG difference was huge (over 40 with ease on the basic car) The basic 2.0 TFSI was more engaging and fun without the risks if that makes sense. Now i would like to try a Mk3 TTRS for sure.

You’re stretching the definition of a sports car with the Beemer and both Audis!

Can you do a selection please of cars suitable for people that have mobility problems, and I don't mean senior citizens. I enjoy your videos and took your advice on the KISS, I bought a Yaris Mk2. fsh and no major mot problems and it is 16 years old.

Hi hope your good .just had my E38 vanos done rattle rings rocker gasket water pump thermostat 2x callipers pads and lower arms bill was £900 .thought that was good

THE REMARKABLE DETAILS OF THE 307CC:it was a succesfful sales car in germany and with 206 cc were a boom of sales coupe cabriolet cars with metal roof in the world. The metal roof give more weight to the car so not superfast car but the metal roof is not easy to damage as canvas roof in the streets.Peugeots cc were whim cars.Nice cars to the beach no to rainy london england.The roof mechanism of the 307CC was produced by the company named "CTS Car Top Systems", which produces the roof mechanisms of Ferrari F430, Mercedes SLK, SL and Porsche Boxster, Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac XLR and Lexus' convertible series. The rear led lights of the 307CCs were produced by the German company "AL Automotive Lightening", which produced the rear led lights of the Audi R8 in 2008. The tiptronic automatic transmission of the 2.0 136 hp version of the 307CC was manufactured by Porsche. The piston rods, pistons and other piston elements in the engine of the 2.0 180 hp Sport version of the 307CC were manufactured by "Mahle", which manufactures piston sets in Ferrari's Formula 1 vehicles. Peugeot participated in the World Rally Championships in 2004 and 2005 with 307CC. Peugeot equipped the 2.0 180 hp Sport version with a 4x4 rally kit, boosting its engine with turbo and reaching 580 NM torque and 315 hp. The 307CC WRC won the Rally Finland with Marcus Grönholm in 2004, the Rally of Finland with Marcus Grönholm in 2005, and the Rally of Japan with Marcus Grönholm in 2005. Related news sources: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/AL-Automotive_Lighting en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/CTS_Fahrzeug-Dachsysteme www.carpages.co.uk/peugeot/peugeot-307cc-review-part-1-14-01-05.asp en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peugeot_307_WRC THE EQUIPMENT LIST OF 307CC Advanced Trip Computer: Standart Driver Airbag: Standart Passenger Airbag: Standart Side Airbag in the front seats: Standart in all 2.0 petrol; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Immobilizer: Optional Digital automatic air conditioner: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Front seat heating: Standart Rear seat heating: - Mirror heating: Standart Windshield defogger: Standart Rear window defogger: Standart Headlight washer: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Music system brand: JBL Automatic wipers with rain sensor: Standart Auto flashing headlight: Standart Height adjustable headlights: Standart Height adjustable steering wheel: Standart Depth-adjustable steering wheel: Standart Height adjustable front seats: Standart Front parking sensor: - Rear parking sensor: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel ABS: Standart ESP: Standart Alloy rims: Standart Air-conditioned glovebox: Standart Hot and cold blowing to the rear seats: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Auto-dimming rear view mirror: Standart Disc front brake: Standart Disc rear brake: Standart LED tail lights: Standart Side mirrors that folding with electric mechanism: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Rear seat seating capacity: 2 Persons (comfortable seating) Luggage suitcase and bag capacity when roof is open: 1 large suitcase and handbags Luggage suitcase and bag capacity when roof closed: 2 large suitcases and handbags Automatically opening roll-over bars with airbag mechanism at the seat heads: Standart Original alarm: Standart in all 2.0 petrol ; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Isofix Mountablity: Seats are suitable for isofix mounting Central door lock system: Standart Door lock system for children: Standart Electric windows and electrically adjustable mirrors: Standart Cruise Control: Optional in 2.0 petrol Leather Seat: Standart in all 2.0 petrol; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Leather Dashboard: Standart in all 2.0 petrol; optional in 1.6 petrol and 2.0 diesel Features of rims: 17 inch RC alloy rims with coded wheel bolts in 2.0 180 hp Petrol; 16 inch alloy rims in 2.0 140 hp petrol, 1.6 110 hp petrol and 2.0 136 hp diesel. Engine Features: Engine Option: 2.0 GT RFN engine (EW10J4) Engine size: 2.0 (automatic transmission) Horsepower: 140 hp Fuel type: Petrol Engine Option: 2.0 GT RFN engine (EW10J4) Engine size: 2.0 (manual transmission) Horsepower: 140 hp Fuel type: Petrol Engine option: 2.0 RC RFK engine (EW10J4S) Engine size: 2.0 (manual transmission) Horsepower: 180 hp Fuel type: Petrol Engine Option: 1.6 NFU engine (TU5JP4) Engine size: 1.6 (manual transmission) Horsepower: 110 hp Fuel type: Petrol Engine option: 2.0 HDiF engine Engine size: 2.0 (manual transmission) Horsepower: 136 hp Fuel type: Diesel

No 1 has to be e43 convertible, but I'd go 318 for everyday driving. Powerful enough and lighter than 3.0 Toyota MR2 circa 2002 I owned and was a boxer clone, engine weak but was an awesome mid mounted engine behind the seats rear drive low down convertible.

My type of listing ! Been looking at 370Zs for a while - though as they stopped selling them here, only seems to be 2-3 manuals on a Ito trader at any one time. Got me thinking about buying a 330i BM for fun and investment purposes though…..

Thank you for reminding me, I'm off to auto trader to do exactly the same 🤣👍🏻

Would be great to see you do a series of best used sports cars for 20k, 30k, 50k etc

My first car was a Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2 Cabriolet... white with a white leather roof 👍

Hi Matt. Considering a 2010 S5 convertible with the 3.0. I know it’s not the V8 but what do you think about these cars? It’s coming into summer in my country and might be a nice toy for a few months. Also, I’d love to see you review a 2013-16 Audi SQ5 if you get one in stock. Love mine.

Agree on the abarth, its rarity makes it cool. If you owned one you'd very unlikely see another one around

Surprised the SLK series aren't included, especially if you live in a rainy/mixed climate and the top will usually be up. They're much quieter than soft top convertibles. I'm in the market right now.

Thanks that was alright. Oh & please forgive my saying but the mpg on e46 BMW’s is pants. I have a 323ci & a 330ci & they both do 20mpg if I’m lucky. Oh & never use e10 because the mpg plummets 👍

Thanks great video. Any thoughts of the max-5 2009-2013?

I have a lhd 370z! They really are headturners here in France. But damn since brexit we can no longer bring cars from UK which is a problem because all of the cars you stated are mostly double price here. My Z was well over 20k (used)!!!

Hey mate. My mum is needing a cheap run around for her work in care. If you have anything under 500 in the pipeline I'd be willing to travel. I live in Scotland. Great videos as always

How can you miss the MX5 MK3?

Hmm personally I would have a look at a Merc e class convertible or the 3 litre Alfa Romeo Spider 3 2 litre JTS Q4

I would also recommend the Volvo C70 🏎️ not the best handling but still a great car

Surf shark - you're on holiday abroad and yes I'm gonna use my time to watch Netflix! Lol