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Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - BBROWN1664 - 28-09-18

When my Mrs was looking for a rag top, we looked at several cars before settling on the Saab 93

Beetle - Like a Golf to drive but horrible inside unless you like the flowerpot on the dashboard
Mini - Just about enough space for 4 people despite its size. Good fun to drive even with the 1.6 non-turbo/supercharged engines
Eos - No space in the back really. You need the roof down to get adults in/out the back.
Audi A4 - Too expensive at the time though prices have levelled out now.
2CV - She had had 3 or 4 of these previously. All very expensive now or piles of rust
SLK - Only 2 seats

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Millietant - 28-09-18

(28-09-18, 08:42 AM)robbo link Wrote: As you need 4 seats, how about a CLK Mercedes, quite a few engine options and trim levels. Also plenty of independent Merc specialists for servicing etc.

+1 for the CLK from a practicality and reliability point. Also, there are plenty about for not stupid money.

Some good friends bought one new in 2005 and still have it today - they love it and it's been as reliable as a stone. It lives under a cover when it's not being driven, not in a garage, as its used as a "second" car - but it's still got over 70k miles on it.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Oldgit - 28-09-18

Honda S2000.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - F4celess - 28-09-18

(28-09-18, 09:37 AM)Oldgit link Wrote: Honda S2000.

2 seaters need not apply. Smile

However you cant get a much more capable 2 seater than the S2000. Some start to look a little dated now though.

Mercedes CLK (mentioned above) is a nice option. Turning into a classic status, plus lovely shape. Big/long vehicle however.
I was also thinking original Beetle convertible. However I imagine it would constantly be in the garage getting issues sorted (could be expensive to keep on the road). Plus not a great daily driver?

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - 5LV - 28-09-18

We have an aero 2.0 rag top.
Check the cd player works properly.
Rear subframe corrosion, handbrake issues, rag top fit and water repellantcy.
Ours is a thirsty beast and is quite heavy. 4k for a pre facelift model is a lot of money.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Skippernick - 28-09-18

(27-09-18, 11:06 PM)Frosties link Wrote: [quote author=Skippernick link=topic=24588.msg284829#msg284829 date=1538079118]
We have a vw Eos, its a tin top. Had it a year now and can't fault it. Fancied something fun, but needed four seats for my two daughters. They love it.
Just an alternative.

Hmm, decent shout.....they've got one of those also

https://www.surreymotorcompany.co.uk/used-cars/volkswagen-eos-2-0-tsi-sport-cabriolet-2dr-crowthorne-201809030115185
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Thats more specced up than ours, faster engine as we only have the 1.4 TSI.
As some one has mentioned with the roof down theres no space in the boot, but if want practical buy an estate. Having said that I have a focus estate and the Eos was more practical with the roof down for Chirstmas tree moving and collecting a 50 inch tele from my folks!!!!

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - coffee - 28-09-18

(28-09-18, 07:35 AM)Frosties link Wrote: [quote author=coffee link=topic=24588.msg284835#msg284835 date=1538087783]
[quote author=mtread link=topic=24588.msg284810#msg284810 date=1538054335]
Citroën 2CV ?

definately
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borrow one for just afew days, then decide

Non, niet, nein, nadda, nope and nahhhhhh! The effin shame of it :eek
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Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Frosties - 29-09-18

Very good shout on the CLK - some lovely ones out there for the money but when i check the mot history of them, they've all had numerous MOT suspension/steering fails with a common pattern. That aside, I think I would look a dick/wanker in one as Steve said earlier. Likewise wouldn't be seen in a BMW 3 as nice as they are.

(28-09-18, 09:03 AM)BBROWN1664 link Wrote: When my Mrs was looking for a rag top, we looked at several cars before settling on the Saab 93

Beetle - Like a Golf to drive but horrible inside unless you like the flowerpot on the dashboard
Mini - Just about enough space for 4 people despite its size. Good fun to drive even with the 1.6 non-turbo/supercharged engines
Eos - No space in the back really. You need the roof down to get adults in/out the back.
Audi A4 - Too expensive at the time though prices have levelled out now.
2CV - She had had 3 or 4 of these previously. All very expensive now or piles of rust
SLK - Only 2 seats

All valid points Bob which I agree with.

I want the experience of a ragtop without being looked at as a knobhead.

(28-09-18, 08:22 AM)Bretty link Wrote: I've driven 100,000 miles in both a Saab 9-3 2.0T and an Audi A3. Both non-convertible, but good faultless cars. The audi was genuinely exciting to drive. Saab was a bit more mundane and plush.
Something you never consider is... People pull out on you a lot more if you drive a saab, because they look less agressive and often driven by older people. Seriously it's noticeable! Merging treffic pushes in front of you and people edge out at junctions on you. My next car was an aggressive looking vauxhall and it was night and day.

I might lose all credibility here (if I have any left) but personally, I with that budget, I'd get an SLK. I think they turn more heads and look less dated.

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[/size]I can imagine as I had the same when driving a Volvo V70 T5...all changed when I went to a 4x4.[size=78%]

[/size]Soooooo, i'm going nostalgic and heading for the Saab. Maybe not this one but it will be a 9-3. Not sure about the auto box though....[size=78%]

[/size]Many thanks for all the help fellas, much appreciated and answered a lot of the thoughts I had.[size=78%]

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Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Nath - 29-09-18

We've recently gone from an SLK to a CLK sport. It's a good car and having the extra 2 rear seats is something that was missed.

I found the Saabs had too much scuttle shake and you could feel it flexing on some cambers on the road. Didn't the Audi 2.0t lumps have problems through the whole range? I know oil consumption on them can be a joke with how much they use - while Audi claim it's within it's guidelines. Something stupid like a litre every 1/2k miles :eek

If it were me I'd be looking at the older SLK's - 6 pot, MX5 - mark 1 or a Z3. You'll be able to watch the values increase while you own it.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - coffee - 29-09-18

(28-09-18, 10:38 PM)coffee link Wrote: [quote author=Frosties link=topic=24588.msg284837#msg284837 date=1538116544]
[quote author=coffee link=topic=24588.msg284835#msg284835 date=1538087783]
[quote author=mtread link=topic=24588.msg284810#msg284810 date=1538054335]
Citroën 2CV ?

definately
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we'll take that as a no then? Wink

borrow one for just afew days, then decide

Non, niet, nein, nadda, nope and nahhhhhh! The effin shame of it :eek
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Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Skippernick - 01-10-18

(28-09-18, 09:47 PM)Skippernick link Wrote: [quote author=Frosties link=topic=24588.msg284831#msg284831 date=1538085984]
[quote author=Skippernick link=topic=24588.msg284829#msg284829 date=1538079118]
We have a vw Eos, its a tin top. Had it a year now and can't fault it. Fancied something fun, but needed four seats for my two daughters. They love it.
Just an alternative.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - coffee - 02-10-18

ww2 jeep

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Frosties - 02-10-18

(02-10-18, 12:20 AM)coffee link Wrote: ww2 jeep

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - BBROWN1664 - 02-10-18

(02-10-18, 07:43 AM)Frosties link Wrote: [quote author=coffee link=topic=24588.msg284939#msg284939 date=1538436043]
ww2 jeep

Now that's a shout fella. Sits 4 people, goes anywhere and no one is going to take the piss in any way - it's just as cool as penguin piss. If only I could stretch that far - have you seen the prices :eek :eek

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Military-Vehicles/122307/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=ww2+jeep
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How about a Series 1 Landrover?

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - 5LV - 02-10-18

Had an old 88" S2 landie aka the pope mobile
Absolute hoot, everybody loved it turning up at the pub with 10 people in it, coppers just shaking their heads.
Sadly made the Saab look economical.

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - 5LV - 02-10-18

What happened to my text?

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Oldgit - 02-10-18

Evoque

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - F4celess - 02-10-18

How about a Jeep Wrangler Convertible ?

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - Frosties - 02-10-18

(02-10-18, 09:03 AM)BBROWN1664 link Wrote: [quote author=Frosties link=topic=24588.msg284942#msg284942 date=1538462610]
[quote author=coffee link=topic=24588.msg284939#msg284939 date=1538436043]
ww2 jeep

(02-10-18, 01:44 PM)F4celess link Wrote: How about a Jeep Wrangler Convertible ?

Having a look now...........

Re: Can't decide which convertible - all advice appreciated - robbo - 02-10-18

Now it's getting silly.....how about a 1957 Chevy Bel Air convertible in red and white, or a 1959 Cadillac de Ville convertible..plenty of room for 4.