1. Lotus Elise
Description Body style: Cabriolet, Seats: 2, Engine: 1.8 in-line 4, Fuel Type: Unleaded, Transmission: Manual
Price: £22,995
The Elise is Lotus’ flagship model, and not without reason. It’s a fantastic car to drive, and a gorgeous piece of eye candy to boot – its bound to stop traffic, before zooming straight past it!
2. Vauxhall VX220
Description Body style: Sports car, Engine: 2.2-litre four cylinder, Fuel Type: Petrol, Transmission: 5-speed manual
Price: £26,495
The VX220 is very similar to the Lotus Elise (they share 15% of their parts), but Vauxhall have given their version a refined polish to make it a very respectable sports car, and a pleasure to drive.
3. Saab 9-3 2.0T 210 Aero
Cabriolets will always be the stuff dreams are made of – especially when it’s a Saab 9-3. This powerful vehicle is surprisingly comfortable and, because it’s a Saab, predictably brilliant.
4. Audi TT Roadster
Price £21,525
The Audi is sleek, sexy and stylish – definitely a car for the fashion conscious. The TT Roadster is bound to turn heads wherever it goes. It’s not just a pretty face however – it’s also a superb drive.
5. Mazda MX5 1.6i Euphonic
Description Body style: Cabriolet, Seats: 2, Engine: 1.6 in-line 4, Fuel type: Unleaded, Transmission: Manual
Price £16,500
The Mazda MX5 set the world of sports cars alight when it launched in the early 90s, and it still shines brightly today because of its simplicity and power. How brightly? It’s the world’s best selling lightweight open two-seater sports car.