Top 10 CHEAP Convertible Cars for SUMMER FUN (Under £5,000)

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Cheap, fast, good handling, convertible / drop-top cars to enjoy this summer, this video has 10 of them! From roadsters to cabriolets, or simply cutting the roof off of your VW Polo 9n, convertibles allow you to soak up the sun and cruise along feeling like a baller.
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@williamdawber1945 4 жыл бұрын

Both hard too and soft top have a place but I think there’s something really nice about a proper hardtop folding roof.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely agree there!

@alimuzhussain8394 4 ай бұрын

Maybe a small leapord pattern thong for you this summer while driving your convertible 🤣🤣🤣

@live4cars856 4 жыл бұрын

Hardtop over a soft top any day

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Agree 100%!

@bellaollie2037 4 жыл бұрын

soft top has a certain type of class - hard top are like poser verts...a lot of soft tops come with a detachable hard top also - so they truly are the best of both worlds

@spaceageMrT 4 жыл бұрын

Hard top. Too many wankers around.

@live4cars856 4 жыл бұрын

Bella Ollie personally the only conv I’d own is a mx5 and defo have a Hard top all year round ... more a coupe type person myself

@davidviner4932 4 жыл бұрын

Why? no space in the rear with the hood down. Manufacturers are all going soft top these days for good reason

@TheHaywireStory 4 жыл бұрын

hard top convertibles, so much nicer to look at and fool other people

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Agree completely!

@cactus3796 4 жыл бұрын

Hard tops: look 100x better

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

With you there!

@ArturoPerez-si2xk 3 жыл бұрын

I prefer them! Not matter if rest boots space, they're stronger, because someone can break a Soft Top

@borisyurinov4822 3 жыл бұрын

@@ArturoPerez-si2xk where do you live ?)

@yogamom4209 3 жыл бұрын

Nah hard tops you can see the lines which in my opinion make it look less sporty

@VehicleVirals 4 жыл бұрын

You got me with that thumbnail, I clicked immediately lol. Also fair assessment on the E93 👌

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha it was a strategic decision 👀

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@ElevatedEdwin 4 жыл бұрын

" those of you in the know are already hissing and moving into attack position" has to be the funniest line I've ever heard in a car list video 😂😂

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha it's how I imagine the internet mechanics who hit you with those 4-page long comments around how it would be utterly ridiculous to buy *insert car here* and how anyone who does is a *insert not nice thing here*

@AndyC3.0 3 жыл бұрын

I drive a BMW Z3 2.8 . I purchased that with a detachable hardtop, it's nice having a hardtop for security, it's also nice having a soft top as well for weight purposes it sheds about 200 lb also With the hardtop it changes the look of the car entirely. With its wide body and hardtop it can look somewhat more aggressive than the average z3

@migueltedimsilva3553 4 жыл бұрын

Congrats! Great content as usual. The more I watch you're videos, the more I realize that UK's automotive market (especially for used cars) is pretty fair when it comes to pricing. Where I come from, these cars would be twice as expensive in much worse conditions and with plenty more miles on the clock. Keep up the great work!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Yeah we are very lucky, I suppose our fuel and insurance prices are a lot harsher than many countries though!

@skyline34x60 4 жыл бұрын

Hard top definitely, hate the look of the cloth convertibles

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

With you on that one - I think there are some cars that suit a nicely coloured soft top, but would still rather have the hard top!

@hazzaknox1069 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid as per usual at this point... not too long until youtube recommendations blows up your channel to the millions. To answer your question at the start... hard-tops, the end. Its the only reason i would have an SL at this point. They just look so much cleaner and they are alot quieter at speed than soft tops

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha let's hope so! Cheers boss 🤙🏽 and agreed - I'm a hard top convertible guy too

@benmfisher94 4 жыл бұрын

I had an MGTF and now have a convertible 330ci E46. The MG is honestly one of the most fun cars I’ve ever driven - though I felt like it was going to break every time I drove it. Also unbelievably cold in winter, the roof literally keeps zero heat in, where the bmw feels like a hardtop in that respect.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

They do look like fun, not ideal driving a car that you're worried about in terms of reliability though!

@andrewcarter7503 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Another great video and good to see the 9-3 on the list as I'm on my 4th 🙂. My current one is 2012 and probably one of the last ones they made. When it's time to change it I'll be sure to check out to see if you've any other convertible videos. I'm lucky enough to have £15k to spend.

@aj3852 4 жыл бұрын

Hard tops are where its at

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed 🤙🏽

@kyle_vr 4 жыл бұрын

The best of both worlds!

@Sacrifice-Paid 4 жыл бұрын

Rodrigo Novais sorry but I’ve got a soft top E46 330 m sport, it don’t look cheap and have no problems anytime of the year 🤷🏻‍♂️

@davidviner4932 4 жыл бұрын

Nah, rob the boot space and all manufacturers are making soft tops these days

@kyle_vr 4 жыл бұрын

@@davidviner4932 Yes, but it's a 'summer car' not an every day driver. Also it doesn't have to be new - so it shouldn't matter that "all manufacturers are making soft tops these days". 🤔🙂

@pappymason08 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve not come across your channel before today” enjoyed the video great content found it informative and clear relevant info on each vehicle, 👍🏽

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed it - appreciate the kind words!

@keelanfarrell8047 4 жыл бұрын

MG TF: Mottled Gaskets, Terrific Fun

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha never heard that before but sums it up perfectly!

@darylledger1922 4 жыл бұрын

Use the LR steel HG and problem solved 👍

@ghufranhashimyar7621 4 жыл бұрын

I have been looking on KZfaq for a video like this for long time. Thanks mate

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

No problem - glad it helped!

@ML-si5ht 4 жыл бұрын

Wahheeeey you mentioned the saab! A few cool cars popped up that I never thought of like the z4 or alfa, but can't be happier with my saab! Great video

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha I need to make sure I bring more variety and the saab offers exactly that!

@spencer_eris 4 жыл бұрын

I have the 2008 9-3 2.0t though it's not convertible, I plan to buy or trade for one.

@rileythompson3901 4 жыл бұрын

Saab 9-3s are amazing cars. Definitley recommended in this list havin driven one.

@MultiMusickLover 3 жыл бұрын

I was crossing my fingers to see the VW EOS and Volvo C70 in here 😅 they are in the budget and the reliability is probably better then some of the ones you mentioned. Otherwise hard top all the way! Good job on the video :)

@uptodate7825 3 жыл бұрын

For me I'd like hard top bcs 1-looks better 2-Safer 3-doesnt get wet when washed. But I also like soft tops too bcs they are easier to replace

@nickleighton9299 4 жыл бұрын

Good little Video 👍 Little hard these Video I would Imagine as so many cars when you think about it, but bit biased here but I got one 350z Roadster a great car I think..!! 😉

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

350Z roadster is a great shout too! So many other cars I'd like to include for sure, like the XK8 too

@jakebonnici7574 4 жыл бұрын

Nice vid like always my man👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers again my dude!

@geoben1810 3 жыл бұрын

Hard or soft, I'm a sucker for drop tops! But old 30's thru 60's ragtops are.....I can't begin to describe how I feel about those 😍

@davidfinegan9565 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Sprint Blue S4 Cab. I love this car. Can’t wait for lock down to finish and go for blasts. It has had some problems, oil leak, steering rack and the throttle body, but when you have had a L322 Range Rover for 10 years, these are minor hick ups and a fraction of the cost. Lol.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha you've got to be committed to keep the Range going for that long!

@kkeennyyboii 4 жыл бұрын

2nd petrol cars for young drivers under 10k that are tuneable and good on insurance

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Videos to this end on my list 🤙🏽

@lewisbayton7151 4 жыл бұрын

Love your vids and using them for my second car choices❤️🚘 what do you think about the seat Ibiza cupra dsg?

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers boss! Very cool looking cars for sure, and look good with some slight/tasteful mods too - I'd always go manual but the DSG on the more recent ones changes gears ridiculously quick and has a good little noise too!

@danamoradi6031 3 жыл бұрын

the australian guy who reviewed the m3 also reviewed a citroen c5 2005 about 4 years ago and i LOVED IT

@williamse.barreras.2325 2 жыл бұрын

Nice videos mate, I star watching this video with the hope you could talk about Mercedes-Benz slk line up, but I really think you don't like them hahaha. That's ok, your videos and information on them are good.

@allanprits7641 4 жыл бұрын

Nice choice of cars and well presented. I'd be happy with any of those but will stick with my Saab for now😀 I'd have the E46 over the E92 (?) A couple of grand over your budget and you can get a nice Jag XK8.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Allan! I've always been a fan of the E90 series of BMW (or at least the E91,2,3 - not a huge fan of the 0) so definitely some bias there on my part. Jag XK8/XKR is a great shout, and a future classic in my eyes!

@TheGeordieTiger 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved my red 2001 MR2 Roadster. Great handling and much better than the MG TF IMO

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cool that you had one, I didn't know! But yeah definitely a cool little car

@oudayalkassab285 4 жыл бұрын

man i really like ur vids ur so so under rated

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it boss, glad you like them!

@tayloryeates9484 4 жыл бұрын

I bought a z4 last summer for 3 grand and for so little money it turns so many heads and is a hoot to drive!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice - did well there!

@tayloryeates9484 4 жыл бұрын

Cars With JB Thanks mate!

@rayb2542 4 жыл бұрын

BMW hardtop cabriolet is brilliant. Had a 320m sport. Great but make sure you buy a wind diffuser - essential.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely a fan!

@shamolshahran1570 4 жыл бұрын

Great topic. Subscribed.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you, glad you enjoyed!

@kameronweston9273 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid 👍🏼

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers boss 🤙🏽

@HorrorbleGamer 4 жыл бұрын

Hardtop bro. Also, cool video!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! And cheers boss

@jasoncooke1999 4 жыл бұрын

Soft top My daily driver is a mint metallic green 306 cabriolet with tan leather and yellow foglights. 105k on the clock great fun and rare . Less than 167 on the road and looks awesome with the roof down

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very decent - such a good colour!

@arrowsl8317 4 жыл бұрын

Good research good selection metal top best but soft keeps shape and look better

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers - an yeah fair enough!

@hairyfishcakes 3 жыл бұрын

Commented for the algorithm, like your point of view and also learnt a lot....

@CarsWithJB 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@blackpool321 3 жыл бұрын

I have owned a vw EOS for a number of years now , the roof mechanism requires constant maintenance, forever having to lubricate the seals otherwise water pours in ,damaging sensors etc . I've just paid out over £1000 to have mine fixed. Had a megane mk1 convertible, with the soft top ,kept that car 14 years, never had an issue with the soft top .

@danieldavies4817 4 жыл бұрын

My mum brought a E93 330I brand new for around £36,000, oh look how the tables have turned

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

So crazy man - depreciation doesn't mess about!

@finlayboyle763 4 жыл бұрын

I like hard tops. Soft tops ruin the lines of the car. Great vid 👍🏻👍🏻

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Fair enough! Cheers boss

@parvinkukar1259 4 жыл бұрын

Had a bmw 1 series convertible for the past 8 years and they are now below £5k - highly recommend that car as I had no issues and the 2.0 Diesel was quite punchy

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very decent - a good little car for sure!

@parvinkukar1259 4 жыл бұрын

Cars With Cars With JB been a fan of your channel for a while, keep it up. So I recently swapped my bmw for a Porsche Cayman base 2008, which I brought for £10.5k. Would be good to a video from you on what’ top 5 sports car to buy from £10k to £15k

@ArturoPerez-si2xk 3 жыл бұрын

BMW E93 325I and Mercedes-Benz SL500 are the best ones! And definitely Hard Top Convertible are better than Soft Top Convertible, not matter if rest boots space, are more resistance... But Volkswagen Eos must be in the list

@gvidustamse1922 3 жыл бұрын

Great Vid man! But as a BMW fan, gotta correct you 😀 Only the E90/1 4 door versions received a face-lift in 2008. the E92/3 coupe/convertible version received a face-lift in 2010

@kjp-sy8uf 4 жыл бұрын

I think hard tops are better because you can't key out a hole in a solid steel roof

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very fair point!

@Jahmed5635 4 жыл бұрын

We need more videos of the mx5 especially during quarantine

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

I want to do more, just can't get any work done on it properly as I don't have the equipment here!

@londonmeantime7123 2 жыл бұрын

VW EOS sits in here, glass tilt and slide sunroof in the hard top. Been driving one for 10 years. Bit unreliable and leaky, but a great car and real 4 seater

@Ali-ko4pe 4 жыл бұрын

My hard top mx5 sport I love it so much 😭😭

@stephensmith8405 4 жыл бұрын

Had 4 off your list . Hard top all day long due to jealousy. Boxster s great car . TF crap car . Mr2 fun in the sun . But E93 335i best of the lot . 380bhp after remap . Badge looks and power

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

That's so sick - good car history going! Agreed - 335i would be a beaut

@shivtothechase Жыл бұрын

Missed out the Focus CC - such a nice car

@markhumpage1304 3 жыл бұрын

As an MGF mk2 VVC owner I have to comment ! MGF mk1 & 2 came with 1.6 115 bhp & 1.8 litre engines the latter with 120bhp mpi / 145 & 160 bhp VVC & when the TF facelift version came out it had 135 & 160vvc bhp variants so I’m surprised you didn’t put the 160 MGF or TF in this list ?! The k series engine is a fantastic performer in probably 24 different cars like the freelander, lotus, rover & MG cars The problem was an underdeveloped head gasket & poor maintenance over time however this problem was solved by land rover who developed the multi layer head gasket & if it’s fitted correctly with everything changed & upgraded as it should with proper maintenance they should never fail again ive had 5 years of trouble free driving in my MGF roadster very underrated smile a mile driving fun & faster & more agile especially in vvc form than you think !! Rag top over hard top convertible ✊ Great vids & info featured in your reviews 🤙 to add no 160 bhp engines were made under MG’s new owners from 2007 to end of MGTF production in 2010 they were all 135 bhp N series engines that don’t suffer with head gasket because of the engine & head gasket modifications if memory serves 👍

@davidwhitehouse3243 2 жыл бұрын

here in uk its the hard-top due to cold wet winters. soft tops here are just for summer time only, for me best hard top covertibles are either vw eos or bmw 3 series e93 or bmw 4 series but obviously you wont get a 4 series for less than £5000 just yet, so hard tops for me, only other option is a bmw e46 soft top convertible with a fibreglass winter hard top which are pretty hard to find on ebay.

@lonelykidkeeper228 3 жыл бұрын

Hard tops keep you warm and keeps you dry when it rains?

@Pinkcandy777 Жыл бұрын

Need advice please I have clean licence not driven for about 30 yrs but I haven't forgotten. Is diesel still ongoing in the uk please? Or will it be banned? And please will petrol be phased out too? Because am not keen on electric cars.

@dazzareader4773 4 жыл бұрын

soft top, 205 cti springs to mind !!!!!

@philipdavis5572 3 жыл бұрын

Need to check your info on Saab 9-3 Did you get your info from a Janet and John book

@jagthetroll 4 жыл бұрын

Literally just got a hardtop for my e36 today 😂😂😂

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha congrats on the purchase!

@chaleclair5650 4 жыл бұрын

Hard top all the way! Like on the Ferrari Portofino, California and California T

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

And definitely with you on this!

@TAREK_Z227 3 жыл бұрын

I think i'm late on the video i know lol, but i wanted to look at the great cheap convertible cars. And I prefer the hard top over the soft due to water issues and people could ruin it and it's expensive to repair.

@aidanlee2871 4 жыл бұрын

You can get a 335i e93 for less than £5k with more than 100k miles. Even though they are not very reliable, but you can put another £5k for maintenance , cheap tunes (mhd,jb4) ,low pressure fuel pump,upgrades turbos and you’ll be pushing around 500+hp

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah very nearly put the 335i instead but the 325i was the slightly safer option/can get better condition for the cash!

@douglasyexley2705 3 жыл бұрын

Why is the VW Eos overlooked in this category? It's a great car, well built with the best convertible hard top roof there is.

@marinehakobyan7005 4 жыл бұрын

i have a question. although the cars themselves are cheap, are the parts to them also going to cost me less too or are they expensive?

@mattglasgow4383 3 жыл бұрын

Japanese cars will last and won’t be very expensive to maintain. The same doesn’t go for any European or American car manufacturer. If you want a convertible, go with a toyota/lexus, honda/infiniti, or a mazda.

@owenalp1977 4 жыл бұрын

Me Honda jazz has a glass roof......perfect all weather compromise. And ivtec!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very decent actually!

@chaleclair5650 4 жыл бұрын

And a Honda Jazz has the ability to demolish a volkswagen polo's door mirror

@paulmussett94 4 жыл бұрын

Mentioned the SLK, but this should have been included instead of the SL500.......more popular and more affordable. Overall though a really good summary.

@sirdaddytopper 4 жыл бұрын

Always hard top. Soft top cars look like you couldn’t make your mind up between a car or a tent

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha that's ruuuude

@igorfridrich1070 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, A4 cabrio 👌🤩 top.

@mustafa.d7488 4 жыл бұрын

Hard top, Keep warm in winters. I'm not a one season guy.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah got to agree - hence I'm a fan of the hard top roof that came with my MX-5!

@tomcole020 4 жыл бұрын

I had an MGF and it was a great little car. By now the original headgaskets would have been replaced with an uprated one so as long as you look after it you won’t have any issues. I’d have another one now if I could insure it 😕

@tomcole020 4 жыл бұрын

Also with an intake the induction noise right behind your head sounds insane 😉

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Ah cool to hear! I've got very limited experience of them, but would love to have a go in one

@tomcole020 4 жыл бұрын

@@CarsWithJB They get given alot of grief but they're good little cars for the money.

@trimmytrish 4 жыл бұрын

MX5 NB owner with a detachable hard top. Upgrade to a Boxter S or Z4 or stick with the Mazda.....?

@mateuszzimon8216 4 жыл бұрын

Stick with Mazda for this money put v6. And u get a great car

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Personally I wouldn't go Z4 unless you go Z4M, but maybe test drive a boxster S if you can and see how it feels!

@ccknoxville8389 3 жыл бұрын

I love my 2003 Miata NB! Stick with it.

@davidcollin7466 4 жыл бұрын

had a mx5 nc 2007 was a great little car but was rusty as hell underneath and so traded it in for a mr2 roadster 2002 great little car no rust at all ! all mx5s are great cars but rust away underneath !!!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah the rust is such a bad part of them! I was lucky enough to get one that has seemingly had a lot of rust protection in its life, which is a huge help

@AdxonnAC 2 жыл бұрын

Hardtop any day of the week!

@mickrobo6073 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a BMW 3 series M sport convertible 2010 model. Owned it seven years !☝🏼 it’s fun to drive ☝🏼it’s not a boring looking like the rest of the run-of-the-mill ..you see around ,,I calling them blenders.. 😜....the M sport still drives like new ..it’s a keeper💪🌈

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very decent - I love them, might be my next daily!

@mickrobo6073 4 жыл бұрын

Cars With JB .. Go for it mate they’re cool looking coupe , it’s a blast with top down , very versatile, 2+2 loads-leg room

@frederiklefevre4723 3 жыл бұрын

Mx5 nc with early soft top op look coolest IMHO

@kjp-sy8uf 4 жыл бұрын

Oh I always thought the MG TFs were front engine fwd

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Same ngl I didn't realise they were RWD!

@c3bam1 3 жыл бұрын

E92 not 93

@kjp-sy8uf 3 жыл бұрын

@@c3bam1 I think you got the wrong commen, but: e92 refers to the coupe body style. E90 refers to the saloon body style E91 refers to the wagon body style E93 refers to the convertible body style. I'm not exactly sure if I got the numbers right but they used diff numbers for diff body styles

@STRmw2 4 жыл бұрын

hard tops look better usually but there are soft tops that look good too i wish the new m8 had a hard top

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah agreed - and the M8 in particular is a beaut!

@shroomyesc 4 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking if I end up with the budget I'll switch from my current Rover 75 to a hardtop convertible for the summer, possibly a 308 CC or something else, it'd have to be a hardtop because I live in Finland, a hardtop is fine but with a softtop I'd have to keep it in a garage half the year.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah that makes sense - even in the UK a soft top isn't particularly useful!

@CHRIS198490 4 жыл бұрын

@@CarsWithJB I drive whole year no issues not cold we still have heated seats and heater lol

@chrisw4215 2 жыл бұрын

@@CHRIS198490 what car do you have?

@kicikocani1 4 жыл бұрын

i have z4 it has 350 000km not sure how much miles is that but its lot i guess plus i didnt change anything on it just oil and filters when i bought it on 300 000 still driving it its good looking fast cheap and look still awesome for 15 years old

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Very decent - Z4s are definitely a future classic imo!

@toppa8383 Жыл бұрын

Hard top convertibles could you please make a video on the best of then under 20k

@klein2042 4 жыл бұрын

Saab 9-3 is the best in this list. Even the Arc will go for $500-2000 and it’s still a pretty quick car. Also hardtops are more practical but Soft tops just look better

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

I've definitely been sleeping on Saab for too long!

@andrewcarter7503 2 жыл бұрын

+1. I'm on my 4th 9-3 convertible. If Saab were still making them I'd be looking to buy my 5th 🙂

@lluke18 4 жыл бұрын

ive just a audi a3 soft top 89k miles cost me 4.5k with insurance :) 2012 model!

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Nice you've done well there!

@hughmcneillie1032 4 жыл бұрын

Surprised that a high mile Honda S2K doesn't make it onto your list. Better than most of those mentioned IMO.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Hard to find them under £5k is all, I did try!

@hughmcneillie1032 4 жыл бұрын

True.

@Scigh-on 3 жыл бұрын

the mg was the first rover and convertible i had been in.

@jclarkson3865 3 жыл бұрын

Fun car

@davidviner4932 4 жыл бұрын

I have a BMW 1 series M Sport convertible and a new shape Audi A3 Cabriolet at my disposal, both lovely but as the BMW has been to the South of France twice it's the Audi that goes there in a couple of weeks

@misstemptation3822 4 жыл бұрын

Nice discussion about hard and softtops. How about taking an MX 5 with a softtop and if you want you just put the hardtop on top of it ;) Problem solved

@spursspurs1616 3 жыл бұрын

What about opel astra cabrio?

@generalshark2833 4 жыл бұрын

Mr2s are brilliant but buy a newer model and watch for rust on the chassis and everywhere

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Fair shout, wasn't aware of the rust but makes sense!

@generalshark2833 4 жыл бұрын

Cars With JB yes especially up front under the plastic covers steering racks etc and a little shaft that turns the wheel go bad can’t remember the name but they go bad quite often but they’re real easy to replace and cheap, had one for years a 06 model and it was brilliant until a hole appeared on the chassis and a van wrote it off but it was happy motoring until then haha

@toktik7436 4 жыл бұрын

The slk is such a nice car

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

More of an SL fan personally!

@kelvinogden4073 3 жыл бұрын

What about the CLK 500?

@andrew19682008 4 жыл бұрын

A5 s line 3.0tdi cabriolet in black. Ok a bit more than 5k but one of the prettiest.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah a very fair shout!

@andrew19682008 4 жыл бұрын

@@CarsWithJB decent performance when they're mapped and still get good fuel economy.

@SyedPlayz5 4 жыл бұрын

I have a merc soft top and it is hard work looking after it all year round. I have started to look at hardtops shame mercedes don't really do hardtop 2×2. I must be giving my age away lol.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Haha I know what you mean - I have the hard top roof for my soft top convertible, but then that's a faff to keep putting on and off

@SyedPlayz5 4 жыл бұрын

@@CarsWithJB lol

@markwalker3499 4 жыл бұрын

Hard top convertible beats soft top any day of the week and twice on Sunday, for stability, quiet, safety, and basically because rag tops start looking like crap after just a couple years, and have to be replaced every decade or sooner in most cases. Hard top has the one draw back (at least in my BMW 328i) of costing about $20,000 for a new top if the old one decides to die, though I have never heard of that happening, my 2013 was hit in the rear with the top down in the boot and came a fraction of a millimeter away from having to get a replacement top. I almost wish it had because the car likely would have to have been written off and a new one provided by the at fault driver's insurance. It was 7 weeks old at the time. Suddenly worth about $20k but with nearly $70k in payments left. Still, a couple years ago I bought a 2013 HT conv. 328i with 45,000 miles on the spedo for just $19k and now at 63k on the clock and nearly 8 years old it has never presented a single problem and I have just last week been offered almost as much cash for it at the grocery store by enthusiastic lovers of these cars because they are getting harder to find without very high mileage. Of course in the US we do not have that 15% confiscatory motor displacement tax either. I specifically avoided a newer version just because at nearly 5,000 pound curb weight a 4 piston motor that they went to in 2014 (no matter how many turbos you shove under the bonnet) is simply too small. The motor has to work to hard to push all that weight around and one day those smaller engines will be seen to fail prematurely.

@CarsWithJB 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight! I'm with you on the hard top - for me the soft top only exists to be put down again lol