Top Luxury Cars - This Year Top 5 Convertibles

1. VW Beetle Cabriolet: This revived classic has been a huge hit since it was re-introduced to the car market. The cabriolet version was launched in 2003 and has been particularly popular among female motorists. Its retro styling and funky curves have made it 'the car to be seen in' during the summer months.

2. BMW Z4: A brand new Z4 has just been launched and it has proved that BMW are definitely at the top of their game. It is slightly bigger than the previous version with stronger masculine lines that ensure that heads are turned as it zooms by. The Z4 replaced the popular Z3 back in 2002 and has proved to be a more than adequate replacement. In fact, it has learnt from some of the design flaws found in the Z3 - which were to do with the suspension and chassis - to ensure that this car meets the highest criteria. The Z4 is one of the best-looking convertibles on the market.

3. Mini Convertible: Like Volkswagen did with the Beetle, MINI also revived another classic to great success. The MINI Convertible was launched into the car market in 2005 - available in MINI One, MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S specifications. The MINI Convertible kind of has the same appeal as the Beetle in that it offers you retro and classic styling - perfect for cruising around in the sunshine.

4. Mazda MX-5: The Mazda MX-5 is, simply put - Britain's best-loved sports car. It has been around since 1990 which proves that it has timeless appeal. It is stylish, sporty and affordable which offers motorists great value for money and has ensured that it has remained in production for such a long time.

During its reign we have seen three generations of MX-5. The first generation was available to motorists in Europe back in 1990 and proved an instant hit. The second generation was introduced in 1999 and featured a much more powerful engine. The third generation was then brought out in 2006 and just this year has seen a major facelift. This facelift has brought about major changes to the styling of the MX-5 - there are new headlights and large front grille which make the new MX-5 seem more aggressive and sporty - this sports car now means business.

5. Audi TT: When the Audi TT was launched in 1999 it proved an instant hit in the sports car market. Its iconic styling is unlike any other car on the road and has seen it win many prizes, including, 'Autobild - Most Beautiful Car' and 'World Design Car of the Year 2007'. The first generation was built on the same engine used in the Volkswagen Golf Mk 4 which ensured it had adequate power. Production on the second generation Audi TT commenced in 2006. The new Audi TT featured more angular styling and an improved rear-spoiler. The latest generation is available in both a Coupe and a Roadster - and continues to be a popular choice among those looking for a convertible.

Lucy Penn is an online marketer and researcher who is currently researching the Audi TT at http://www.john-clark.co.uk/audi/new-cars/view/61/Audi%20TT
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The BMW M Series Convertible

The M6 Convertible is an expressive vehicle. Every detail speaks volumes about power, about grace and about the exhilaration of open-top driving. The spacious cabin; the wide, low body; the purposeful stance: each element radiates pure M performance. The characteristic side air vents cite the legendary BMW 507. And inside the stylish cabin, the standard M Sports seats promise uncompromising driving pleasure.

M6 convertible derives power from a standard 5.0-litre V-10 engine, which produces 507bhp @ 7750 rpm and 520 Nm of torque @6100 rpm. This convertible goes from 0-100 km per hour in 4.8 seconds and the engine performs with out any hesitation.

The interior relishes in its sport and powerful appearance with the wheel base of 2,781mm, which is the same as M6 coupe. This convertible gives an elegant and luxurious look with its most striking feature of automatic top that opens quickly and silently so that you can enjoy the experience of open air driving.

The headlights automatically dip if they detect oncoming traffic at night, the light from the reflector on a bicycle ahead, or street lights. Inside the M6 is sober, all black, with black leather seats and a carbon-fiber effect dashboard. The car has the attitude to rule the road, drive it to know it!

BMW has also set an assembly line for its 3 and 5 series. Its sports utility vehicles (SUV) X3 and X5 are imported as CBUs (Completely Built Units) route and sold at around Rs 41 Lakh to Rs 79 Lakh due to high import duty. With the new assembly line, the 3 and 5 series has seen a price drop by almost 40%. Even as it set a target of 1000 units in 2007, BMW sold 1387 units.

This year, BMW is targeting a sale of 2000 units and it has already sold 800 units. "Our expansion of dealerships across cities has fastened our pace of growth in the country," said a spokesperson for BMW. Currently BMW enjoys 9 dealerships in India.

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