History of the Mini Cooper Cabrio The Mini Cooper Cabrio made its debut in 2004 as a stylish British convertible based on a modern reinterpretation of the classic Mini. The first generation (R52, years 2004–2008) offered petrol engines designated as W10 (base One version), W11 (more powerful Cooper S with supercharger), and W17 (naturally aspirated … Read more
Some history and basic information The Fiat 500C is a convertible based on the classic “500,” which went on sale in 2009, two years after the hardtop version. Its design references historical models with a fixed-profile convertible body, such as the original 1957 Fiat 500 or the Citroën 2CV. Unlike traditional convertibles, the 500C retains … Read more
Explore the best affordable convertibles under 10,000 EUR in Europe. Find popular, rare, and hidden gems that fit your budget and driving style. Availability of Popular Models Within a budget of up to 10,000 EUR, it is easiest to find convertibles that are popular on the used car market and widely available in this price … Read more
Maserati GranCabrio II – A New Definition of Italian Automotive Excellence? – I ask When I thought about the first generation of the Maserati GranCabrio, I believed it was one of those cars that had reached the pinnacle of perfection—Italian style, an incredible engine sound, and top-tier luxury. And yet, Maserati has proven that there’s … Read more
The History of the Porsche 356 Cabriolet – The Beginning of a Legend “At the beginning, I looked around but couldn’t find the car of my dreams. So, I decided to build it myself.” – Ferry Porsche The Porsche 356 was the first mass-produced model of the legendary German brand, marking the beginning of an … Read more
Mazda MX-5 Miata – The Icon of Roadsters What is this article about? I wanted the following post to be a hybrid of a light description of all the generations of the Miata and also a data-packed guide that will help a potential buyer realize which version they actually need! A Brief History of the … Read more
Are you looking to enter the world of convertibles but have a tight budget? Wondering what the basic/lowest threshold for owning a roofless car is? And what can you buy for that? Below is a list of the cheapest convertibles available on the European second-hand market. What about the USA? A similar list will be … Read more
BMW Z3 is a cult model that debuted in 1996 as the successor to the Z1. Although it didn’t initially gain as much popularity as some other models, it is now highly regarded among car enthusiasts. Let’s take a closer look at the used BMW Z3 market, considering the European, American, and Japanese markets. We’ll … Read more
Electric cars… those fully powered electric motors. Whether one is a fan or not of these vehicles, it’s undeniable that they’re penetrating virtually every automotive segment. From electric golf carts to compact city cars, and even to luxurious SUVs and sedans – electric vehicles are here to stay. Interestingly, one of the last types of … Read more
The Skoda Rapid Cabriolet is a unique concept car created by students in India. Although it’s essentially a cleverly cut roof and the interior has been covered with fabric to hide the cuts on the pillars, the car’s line presents itself really interestingly. Even the seatbelts have been taken care of – the front seats … Read more
