One of the most iconic cars in cinema history is undoubtedly the Alfa Romeo Spider from 1967, featured in the cult classic The Graduate, starring Dustin Hoffman. The light, elegant roadster quickly became a lasting symbol of youth, freedom, and rebellion in the 1960s. Interestingly, Hoffman himself reportedly fell in love with the car (which … Read more
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
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
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
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
In today’s market of new convertibles, we find plenty of intriguing models that draw the attention of open-air driving enthusiasts. Two of them: the third generation of BMW Z4 and the also third-gen Audi TT Cabrio, stand out against the competition by offering a unique combination of style, power, and innovative technologies. The BMW Z4 … Read more
For convertible car fans, the choice spans a wide spectrum from classic beauties to the latest hot rods, fitting every wallet size from modest to unlimited. Yet, when we zero in on snagging a brand-spanking-new convertible with the security of a warranty on a tight budget, the pickings get notably slimmer. But, don’t fret – … Read more
Ferrari’s History in an Uniquely Stylish and Playful Way Ferrari – the Italian luxury car brand known worldwide as a symbol of refined elegance, stunning design, and heart-pounding power that makes every car enthusiast’s heart race. One of the aspects that has always caught the eye of Ferrari aficionados is the ability to enjoy the … Read more
A roadster, according to many sources, must possess the following three characteristics: What roadsters can we find on the market? Let’s take a closer look at the most obvious representatives that can be easily found in the secondary market: Mazda MX-5, known across the ocean as the Miata. To date, there have been four generations … Read more
