According to HPI Valuations, there are apparently more convertibles per head in the UK than any other European country, despite being one of the wettest countries in the continent. British wishful thinking? One reason lies with a change in fleet policies some 8-10 years ago, which meant the hard roof and four door rule fell […]
Category Archives: Convertible News
Frankfurt Motor Show preview (updated)
23rd August 2009
There’s no doubt that the Germans love convertible cars and despite it coming around at the wrong end of the summer, the Frankfurt Motor Show promises a treasure trove of stunning new cabriolets and roadsters when it opens on 15th September 2009. Maserati GranCabrio
Mazda releases 20th Anniversary Edition MX5/Miata
5th August 2009
Japanese drivers will be the only ones able to celebrate the 20th year of the world’s favourite sports car. The Anniversary model will go on sale across Japan with a special upgraded specification in two varieties: the RS soft-top with a 6-speed manual, and a VS hardtop with a 6-speed automatic. Both cars get Crystal […]
Audi S5 Cabriolet launch
2nd August 2009
Audi have released details of the forthcoming S5 Cabriolet, the most powerful convertible yet in the A5 range of cars. The latest A5 flagship is powered by the same supercharged six-cylinder engine that enables the previously V8-powered S4 Saloon delivering impressive pace with much improved high efficiency and emissions. The great soundtrack may be gone […]
Meguiar’s release convertible roof cleaner and weatherproofer
15th July 2009
Meguiar’s, the world’s leading manufacturer of automotive surface care products, has added a new product catering for convertible drivers to their popular Enthusiast range. The Meguiar’s Clean and Weatherproof system has been specially developed for cabriolets and is designed to penetrate, clean and protect canvas, mohair and vinyl ‘soft tops’. Like other products of its […]