Now many new convertibles have left the Russian market. The devaluation of the ruble, the high cost of models and which requires mandatory, very expensive certification of cars, had an impact. But there is a secondary market that makes it possible to purchase a convertible for reasonable money.

What do you need to know when buying a used convertible? Firstly, the price of such a car will be 20–60% higher than the cost of a similar model in a regular body. Convertibles can be called inexpensive to maintain, because they are made on the basis of serial cars. However, the roof mechanism, the roof itself, and the elements of the rear part of the body are individual. And the price of these parts is high. In addition, they are rare, so they are only available to order. WITH scheduled maintenance a car, say, needs to be serviced, no problems arise. But if the roof mechanism breaks, this can become a problem. Not every service will undertake to repair the roof, since this requires special equipment, knowledge and skills. But not everyone has them.

However, on Russian market There are plenty of used convertibles. We decided to focus on the most bright cars, whose price does not exceed 1,000,000 rubles, and age - ten years. After all, this is usually the second or even third car in the family, and therefore the mileage of such cars is short. So find a copy at a respectable age and in decent condition in in this case even easier than when searching for a regular model.

Rummaging through the advertisements

Before buying a convertible, first of all, you need to decide on two main parameters. The first is what the roof should be: soft or hard.

If damaged, the tent roof can be repaired in Russia. Such work costs about 60,000 rubles. Prices vary depending on models. You can also order a non-original awning from Europe or the USA. It will cost about the same money.

Second - how much seats Your future convertible will have: 2 or 4. You can immediately forget about the five-seater saloon - too much space is consumed by the folding roof mechanism. Have you decided? Then first things first.

Let's start with the soft top.

Smart ForTwo Cabrio

For just under a million rubles you can buy the smallest convertible on the Russian market -. Even in . The latter is distinguished by a rich set of equipment. Rear-wheel drive Smarts are equipped with a liter gasoline engine producing 82 or 102 hp. The gearbox is robotic. There are plenty of examples with low mileage of 20,000 - 30,000 kilometers.

Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio and Volkswagen Eos

This Beetle appeared in 1998 and was produced until 2010 at factories in Wolfsburg (Germany) and Puebla (Mexico). In total, about a million cars were made. On secondary market in Russia, the convertible can be found with a 150 hp gasoline engine. and automatically. But the mileage of used copies is high - from 90,000 kilometers.

Another convertible from Volkswagen, the Eos, is based on the Golf platform and began rolling off the assembly line in 2006. The car differed from its competitors in the design of its folding roof: the five-section top did not fold, but slid into a compartment above the trunk. Thanks to this, it was possible to raise the roof, for example, in a garage.

On the secondary market, these convertibles can be found from about 650,000 rubles. This will be a 2007 car with 110,000 km mileage. Under the hood is a 200-horsepower 2.0-liter engine paired with a robot.

Mini Cooper Cabrio or Mini Cooper Roadster

Mini Cooper with a convertible top, it is most often found with a 1.6-liter engine with 116 horsepower and a CVT. A 2007 car can be found with a mileage of 90,000 km. Cooper's main problems may arise with the variator. But this applies to all cars, not just convertibles. Repairing the variator will cost a pretty penny.

Fiat 500C

We found the only convertible on one of the sites selling used cars. This is a 2008 Fiat 500 with more than a respectable mileage of 100,000 km. Under the hood of the car is a 1.4-liter engine with 100 hp, working in tandem with a robot. The car also has a charged version with a folding roof - Abarth, but its price (of course, for a used car) exceeds a million. The soft roof does not have an electric drive; it is folded out manually. However, this solution remains in the updated version.

BMW Z4 or 1 Series Cabrio

Bavarian cars are popular in Russia, which is why the choice of convertibles from this brand is great.

One of the most compact BMWs, the 1 Series, has been produced since 2004. And on the used car market for 900,000 - 1,000,000 rubles you can find convertibles produced in 2007–2008. Mileages - from 70,000 to 100,000 km. Under the hood - 2.0-liter gasoline engines 143 or 170 hp There are also 3.0-liter engines with a capacity of 218 horsepower. Transmissions are automatic 6-speed.

You can find a Z4 Roadster for about the same money. This will be a car from 2003-2007. Under the hood is either a 2.5-liter engine with 192 horsepower, or a 3.0-liter unit with 231 horsepower. The range of mileages is large - from 50,000 to 170,000 km.

Audi TT Roadster or A3 Cabrio

A TT Roadster, for example, produced in 2008 with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine producing 200 hp, costs up to a million rubles. And robotic box transmission The mileage of such a car will be from 50,000 to 100,000 km.

A 2007–2008 A3 Cabrio with a mileage of 60,000 km or more fits into the million range. Under the hood there will be gasoline engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 167 hp. The unit works with a robotic gearbox.

But there are also more practical convertibles, with the so-called hard top, or Hard Top. Let's look at them too.

Mercedes-Benz SLK

The most compact one can be found on websites selling used cars quite often. Apparently, this is due to the fact that premium is held in high esteem in our country. A roadster, for example, manufactured in 2006, could cost up to a million rubles. The car is equipped with an “air scarf” system. Air ducts are located in the headrests of the seats, from which warm air is supplied to the necks of the driver and passenger. Under the hood of the car is a 1.8-liter engine with a capacity of 163 hp. working in tandem with an automatic machine. Mercedes mileages are relatively small - from 50,000 km. A tempting offer!

Mazda MX-5 Roadster

Another stylish rear-wheel drive roadster, but from Japanese manufacturer and more folk. This Mazda can be had with either a soft or hard top. We found it hard. Actually, only with such a roof were they officially delivered to Russia. On the secondary market you can find 2011 roadsters with a mileage of 27,000 - 50,000 km. Under the hood is a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 160 hp. With. and a 6-speed automatic. The price starts from 900,000 rubles.

Pininfarina designers worked on the appearance of the convertible.

Global models also have versions without a roof. A striking example- Ford Focus. The second generation car looks familiar only from the front. The back is completely custom. Here are our own tail lights, the trunk lid, under which the hardtop lift mechanism is hidden. The trunk itself, like all similar cars, is small. On the secondary market, for a million rubles you can find 2009 models with mileages of 70,000 - 120,000 km. As a rule, these are convertibles with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine producing 145 hp. and 5-speed manual transmission.

Once upon a time, the 207 broke sales records in Europe. Now it has been replaced by the 208, to which the manufacturer has given individuality in the form of special body colors that are rough to the touch. But when the Peugeot 207 hatchback left the market, the SS version, that is, a coupe-convertible, continued to be produced. Today, within a million rubles, you can buy a car with a mileage of 60,000 km. It will be a convertible with a 120-horsepower 1.6-liter engine. Transmissions are either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic, which received a lot of complaints. However, this is not a feature of the convertible. Many people had problems with AL4 assault rifles, so the company gave preference Japanese unit from Aisin.

Peugeot 308 CC produced in 2010–2012 can be found with fairly modest mileages of up to 50,000 km. Under the hoods of the cars there will be 150-horsepower 1.6-liter engines paired with 4-speed automatic transmissions.

Opel Astra TwinTop

The convertible is 227 mm longer than the hatchback. This allowed the hardtop folding mechanism and trunk to at least somehow “get along” in the rear of the car. The volume of the latter is 205 liters. This is 175 liters less than the hatchback utility unit. Like Ford and Peugeot, rear end neither the hatch nor the sedan repeats here. Because body parts are rare and will need to be ordered. Asters with a convertible top from 70,000 km are sold for 650,000 rubles. Under the hood of such cars there is a well-proven naturally aspirated engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 140 hp. Transmissions - 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

Volvo C70

The Swedish convertible was not initially available. After all, this is still a representative of the premium segment. On the secondary market, for a million rubles, we found only a few copies made in 2007 with mileages exceeding 110,000 km. Under the hoods of the cars is a 220-horsepower 2.5-liter engine. But there is even a diesel engine (2.0 l) with 136 horsepower. All cars have 5-speed gearboxes.

Which convertible to buy, with soft roof or “hardtop”, everyone decides for themselves. A hard top is more practical than a leather one. True, it is also heavier, which causes squeaks in the cabin. For a million you can choose both a premium and a “folk” convertible. Here you need to look at the mileage, condition of the car and the cost of maintenance.

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Fashion does not stand still, automotive and even more so: quite recently, most Mercedes lovers became fans of crossovers, thereby forgetting about this type of car, believing that it will replace them modern Mercedes hardtop convertible, but more and more consumers are once again interested in the classics.

Technological materials and complex structures make life much more difficult, which is why Mercedes-Benz is in no hurry to replace the soft folding roofs on the E-Class and A5 with more comfortable metal prototypes.

The core components of any convertible are elegance, technical excellence and dynamics. Additional features equipment and a clear sporty profile emphasize the uniqueness of the style, regardless of the weather.

Thanks to the soft folding top, in 20 seconds the Mercedes convertible is converted into a comfortable closed one. The soft top consists of six layers of insulating material, the thickness of which is 25 mm. In combination with the subtle adjustment of the awning to the body elements, they will create comfort when moving even in the coldest season.

Taken together, the above components will allow owners to drive quite comfortably even in frosty weather. Two roll bars provide passengers with safety in case of a possible rollover. They are integrated into the rear seat head restraints.

The two trim lines, Avangarde and Elegance, meet different customer requirements - passengers in the Mercedes CLK will do well, as there is enough space for four in the car. A Mercedes owner CLK will always be able to “tune” the convertible to suit itself, focusing its attention on the details that are important to it. In the article, as an example, we will consider these Mercedes convertibles for sale.

Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio offers wide choose gasoline power units: 8-cylinder with a volume of 5 liters and a power of 306 horsepower (hereinafter referred to as hp); 4-cylinder with a volume of 1.8 liters. and power 163 hp; 6-cylinder with a volume of 3.2 liters, a power of 218 hp and with a volume of 2.6 liters and a power of 170 hp. The gearbox (hereinafter referred to as gearbox) can be either automatic or manual.

The car has more than decent equipment: 6 airbags, anti-lock braking system braking (hereinafter referred to as ABS), modern cruise control, climate control, on-board computer and all kinds of other electronic gadgets.

The advantages of the model include high-quality assembly, finishing and painting, high level equipment and comfortable rear seats.

The disadvantages are the overpriced, not always “obedient” steering.

Mercedes-Benz SLK

The two-seater Mercedes convertible SLK currently occupies a leading position in the roadster market. About 170 thousand motorists from all over the world are owners of this car, which has received about 40 international prizes and awards.

The second-generation two-seater model retains its main feature, namely the combined roadster/coupe body with a hard folding top. After pressing the button, you just need to wait 20 seconds for the car to change from a roadster to a coupe or vice versa. The transition is carried out using hydraulic drives of the convertible.

With the help of a compact remote control it is possible remote control. The car is based on a shortened platform of a class C model, but the behavior of the car on the road and the suspension parameters have a distinctive sporty character. The overall length of the body is increased by 77 mm, the width, in turn, by 82 mm, wheelbase is 30 mm. All this allows you to comfortably accommodate two passengers and at the same time increase the trunk volume (up to 208 l).

The interior trim and instrument panel have been modified. A convenient multifunctional steering wheel has appeared. High-quality materials are used in the overall structure of the convertible. Rear safety bars and a powerful windshield frame will do everything to save the life of the passenger in the event of a rollover. Much attention is paid to solving the banal problems of drafts typical of open cars.

In addition to the wind deflector behind the seat backs, the Airscarf system has been introduced. The essence of thermal protection is as follows: a flow begins to flow from the headrest deflector warm air around the passenger's neck. It is worth noting that such seats with built-in heaters and fans are made to special order.

In addition, the car is equipped climate system heating and air conditioning, which can be activated if necessary. Problems with winds and climate do not arise at all with the top up. The striking and exclusive design of the new SLK continues to make the car increasingly popular.

The Mercedes-Benz SLK is currently equipped with only two types of engines: a 6-cylinder with a volume of 3.5 liters and a power of 272 hp, as well as a 4-cylinder with a volume of 1.8 liters. and a power of 163 hp.

The transmission also comes in two types: a six-speed manual and the latest seven-speed automatic.

We also note the good equipment, which is in many ways similar to the CLK Cabrio.

The advantages of the model include modern design, decent equipment and a comfortable interior.

The disadvantages are expensive service and spare parts, as well as soft suspension.

Mercedes-Benz SL

A few words about another car in this series, Mercedes convertible, old model which was implemented back in 1952. This is the Mercedes-Benz SL, an elegant, top-class two-seater sports car that can be transformed into a roadster or coupe.

The model is equipped with a storage unit that can be stored in a specially designed compartment. hard top. It features enviable power and dynamics. It is also characteristic of the car that it is not limited only to fast driving.

Press the button and you release the blue of the clear sky into the car interior. The folding roof will carefully lower behind your shoulders under a special cover in 16 seconds, and the convertible will appear in its classic form.

If you want to retire or hide from suddenly bad weather in a matter of seconds, a car from an old Mercedes convertible will turn into a modern comfortable coupe. Mercedes SL is the safest roadster in the world, because it has side and front airbags combined with an automatic roll bar.

The car is sold with two types of engines: 8-cylinder with a volume of 5 liters. and a power of 306 hp, 12-cylinder 6 liters. and power 500 hp. The gearbox is only “automatic”.

The roadster is superbly equipped with all modern automotive equipment, including a built-in GSM telephone.

Advantages of the model: modern transmission, powerful engine, advanced electronics and mechanics, spacious interior.

Disadvantages: high price, expensive maintenance.

The Mercedes hardtop convertible is gradually gaining popularity, winning new fans thanks to its unusual appearance, high comfort, reliability and attractiveness. This type of car is a well-forgotten classic that is returning to the market again, becoming in demand.

Model features

Modern Mercedes hardtops differ from older versions in the different material used to create the roof. This not only makes the design lighter, but also makes it more comfortable to use and reliable. Soft materials have been replaced by a metal roof, making the car more practical.

Mercedes convertibles are most often found with a soft roof: it is foldable, which allows you to turn the car into a closed coupe or convertible in 20 seconds, depending on the weather conditions. The material is highly durable, wear-resistant, the roof closes hermetically, however, more modern and expensive versions They already have a removable metal roof, due to which they can achieve a unique style and make the Mercedes more perfect and warm.

It is worth noting that the soft top is also suitable not only for warm, but also for temperate climates, since its width is 25 mm, the awning consists of a modern three-layer material that can withstand sub-zero temperatures. The car is equipped with additional safety bars that are built into the headrests in the rear seats.

The design is offered in two versions - Avangarde and Elegance. You can order the most suitable one for the driver and passengers, corresponding to the taste preferences of the owner. CLK Mercedes convertible with hardtop 4 seats is the most interesting because it has ample opportunities adjustments for a specific owner.

Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio

The Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabrio model is quite well technically equipped; it has a wide choice of engines and gearboxes. The interior can be chosen black, white or another shade. The following engines are offered:

All options are petrol. The client can choose a gearbox: an automatic or manual transmission can be installed.

The safety of the car is also at a high level; the package includes:

• 6 airbags.
• Modern ABS.
• Automated cruise control with distance-to-obstacle monitoring.
• Climate control.
• An on-board computer is a standard option.
• There are a lot of electronics that control the quality of control, helping the driver cope with various tasks.

The model has the following advantages: high-quality assembly, finishing from expensive materials High Quality, rear seats very comfortable, not inferior to the front ones, high level technical equipment. The price of the car is quite high, on some sections of the road the car does not listen well, this can be considered a disadvantage.

Mercedes-Benz SLK Cabrio

Double Mercedes – sport car, attracting many glances. SLK is the market leader, this roadster stands out significantly among its competitors and has a wide audience of fans. More than 170,000 copies have already been purchased worldwide, with demand continuing to grow. The car has won more than 40 awards in different countries and has international awards.

Mercedes is especially notable for the fact that its body combines a roadster and a coupe. The top of the model is hard and foldable, this makes it universal for different weather conditions, including European winter. This roof is raised using a hydraulic drive. Just press a button, and in 20 seconds you will have a closed compartment. In addition, the manufacturer also provides remote control: it is carried out using a special remote control.

To create the car, a platform was used that was applicable for S-class models, but it was significantly shortened. The suspension is also tuned differently, so the car has a sporty character. The length of the body has increased noticeably, it has added 777 mm, the car has become wider by 8.2 cm, while the wheelbase is 30 mm, a passenger and driver can comfortably fit in the front seats. Despite the certain volume that the roof occupies, the Mercedes has a fairly spacious trunk of 208 liters.

The 2018 model received new finishing interior, modified dashboard. The steering wheel remains multifunctional, but has become more comfortable. The manufacturer uses high-quality materials, leather and wood for interior decoration. The safety arches have become more reliable, the windshield has a powerful frame. In addition, the concern paid attention to drafts that are inherent open car and tried to reduce them to a minimum, improving the aerodynamics of the model. The body has become stronger and more harmonious.

Regarding technical equipment, Mercedes offers the following:

• 6-cylinder version, volume 3.5 liters, power – 272 hp.
• A faster 4-cylinder engine with a power of 163 hp and a volume of 1.8 liters.
• You can choose a gearbox - manual or automatic.

In general, the car has a similar configuration to the CLK Cabrio and differs only in appearance and technical parameters; The interior is more comfortable and modern, the suspension is softer.

Mercedes-Benz SL

The Mercedes convertible first appeared on the market in 1952. The old car also belonged to the sl series. It was a two-seater sports car that could be converted into a coupe or roadster in a few seconds. Mercedes never stopped producing convertibles, over time they became more advanced, they received a hard top that can be removed and installed at will. Significantly increased power modern cars, they received greater dynamics, have become more comfortable and safer.

To unfold or retract the roof, you only need to press one button. The entire procedure will take only 17 seconds. There is a special lid located in the trunk compartment, the roof folds into it, and Mercedes Cabriolet turns into a classic coupe.

The modern version has not only front but also side airbags, which makes the car one of the safest roadsters on the planet. An automatic safety bar is installed. The equipment of the Mercedes is also quite rich. It has a large number modern electronics, which makes travel safer and more comfortable. In addition, there is enough big choice power units:

• Powerful 5-liter engine with 306 hp; it is equipped with 8 cylinders.
• The 12-cylinder unit with a volume of 6 liters has a power of 500 hp.

The transmission on such a car is exclusively automatic. Regarding options that increase comfort, the car includes almost everything that is in modern foreign cars high class. There is even a built-in telephone that operates in the GSM standard.

The advantages include: modern automatic transmission, engines of maximum power, spacious and attractive interior. The disadvantages are standard: the price of the car is high. Maintenance is expensive, as are spare parts, although the latter are rarely needed.

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In the summer, convertibles of the most popular types drive along our roads. different types: roadsters, speedsters, phaetons, targos... Even when the thermometer drops to zero and below, not all convertible owners change to classic cars. There are a lot of questions and contradictions, so let’s talk about everything in order.

Why do Russians buy convertibles?

A flat, slightly winding road, framed by green forest. Blue sky, bright sun... A snow-white BMW Cabrio emerges from around the bend. The driver's hair is gently ruffled by the wind, his light scarf flutters in the wind. A stunning passenger enjoys the fresh air, casting flirtatious glances at the car owner...

Often this is the picture that drives car enthusiasts who want to buy a convertible. You can even do it without a passenger - it will be great too. We have made a selection interesting facts about convertible cars and their fans:

Fact 1. Convertibles are preferred by extroverts. The car is too noticeable and easy to find. Everyone can and wants to look into a convertible, the car owner knows about it. He strives to show status, opportunities and simply attract attention. Cars with an open top especially attract girls - the owner can’t avoid making new acquaintances. That’s why 9 out of 10 owners in Russia are men. Free as the wind or family-oriented, but loving the drive.

Fact 2. Owners of convertibles claim that there is much less noise in a car without a roof than in ordinary car With open windows. The noise from oncoming traffic is barely perceptible and does not blow into the ears.

Fact 3. The most desperate ones do not raise the roof in the rain - they say that small drops are simply blown away at speeds of 50-60 km/h. In early spring or late autumn (when the temperature is at or slightly above zero), convertible owners put on warm scarves, turn on the stove to maximum and enjoy the smells of the off-season: thawed earth, rotting leaves.

Fact 4. In the heat of the scorching sun, driving a convertible is less comfortable than on a cool, cloudy day. That’s why convertibles are so popular in Scandinavian countries, as well as in the UK. But they don’t like it at all in the Emirates, Egypt and other hot countries. The sun's rays are absorbed not by the roof of the car, but by the head, shoulders and back of the owner, so a light shirt, as well as a hat or cap is indispensable.

Fact 5. Some Russians manage to drive convertibles all year round for several years. From the snow strong wind and rain are saved with the help of a “stove”, a car roof, hats and gloves. Sooner or later, extreme sports enthusiasts get tired of the car, and they buy a new convertible.

Problems for convertible owners

Owning a convertible is not as smooth as the owners of these cars describe. There are a number of problems:

Dirt, grime, exhaust, and dust. They get stuck in cracks, collect in the car's interior, on the clothes, hair and face of the car owner. You will have to have a cloth at hand at all times. And for upholstery in light shades, order dry cleaning.

Fear. Many convertible owners are initially afraid to leave the car on the street with the top or soft top open. A parking lot near a large supermarket is a paradise for thieves, vandals and other dubious characters, so the fear is well founded. The roof can be cut, and garbage can be thrown into the interior. Such cases are rare, but they do happen.

Low seating position and poor visibility. Drive a convertible Russian roads- it's not an easy matter.

The fourth drawback will not please barbershop regulars. A convertible won't let you keep your hairstyle- the wind blows all the time. Yes, and you will have to wash your hair often because of the instant street dirt.

Weather. Still, a convertible is not suitable for heavy rains or hail. the best option movement. Only if with a closed hardtop. And to do this, most cars have to stop and raise the canopy.

Season. In winter, you will have to turn on the stove to maximum and keep it in this state longer, because... In the cold, the convertible's interior cools down quickly, but heats up with difficulty. In addition, if during the cold season moisture gets into the roof opening mechanism, causing it to freeze, the repair will cost a pretty penny.

Any convertible repair, not just the roof. Nobody has ever sold it for less than 50-100 thousand (depending on the make and year of manufacture of the car).

Tiny trunk. It is observed in most convertibles, with the exception of retro cars. It will not be possible to go shopping or take the children to school.

Misunderstanding from others. A convertible is an impractical car; driving it to work or in the cold season is considered bad manners, “empty show-off.”

How often do Russians buy used convertibles?

To clearly show the history of purchases of open-top cars in Russia, we turned to statistical figures.

Quantity

Thus, according to the Autostat agency, in 2017 Russians bought about 600 convertibles, which is 0.03% of the entire secondary car market. Moreover, in Europe, cars with open tops are bought almost 100 times more often - 2.8% of convertibles have found their home on European soil.

Color

Russians more often put up white cars without a top for sale - 30% of all ads. It is easier to sell and buy such cars than other colors. Next in popularity of sales and purchases are black cars, as well as of blue color- 25%. You can rarely buy a car in bronze, cherry, light green and pink colors.

Stamps

Among the leaders in purchases and resales of convertibles in our vast territory are only 5 brands:

• BMW (15% of all purchases);
• Mercedes-Benz (11%);
• Smart(10%);
• Peugeot(8%);
• Mazda(6%).

Other brands, such as Porsche, Volkswagen, MiniCooper, Audi, Opel, are rare here, but are in demand.

Models

2 used models are especially popular in Russia BMW: Z4 and 1Series Cabrio. Both can be found in adequate condition for under a million rubles. These will be cars manufactured in 2005-2008, with mileage from 50 to 150 thousand kilometers. Only the engines will differ: under the hood the Z4 has 2.5 liters with 192 hp. or 3 liters with 231 hp. The “unit” is slightly less powerful: 2 liters with 143 or 170 hp. or 3 liters with 218 hp.

Second only to BMW in popularity Mercedes-Benz SLK. This compact roadster(double salon). For up to 1 million you can buy a good version from 2006. 1.8 liters, 163 horsepower with mileage from 50 to 100 thousand km attract drivers. In addition, Mercedes have an “air scarf” function - warm air blows from the headrests onto the neck of the driver and passenger.

Another favorite of Russians is the tiny Smart For Two Cabrio. Rear drive, short wheelbase and hood - you can park in the city without any problems. Economical liter engine with 82 or 102 hp. For 1 million it’s easy to buy a car with a mileage of 20-30 thousand kilometers.

The next most popular is the Peugeot 207CC. This is a convertible coupe. For 1 million you will find a car with 60-70 thousand km mileage. Under the hood is 1.6 liters, 120 horses.

Those who cannot afford the 207th model take Peugeot 206 SS. This car is already considered old - it was produced in 2002-2004. But Europeans like it - the car is reliable and structurally sound. 2 engines: 1.6 with 110 hp, as well as 2 liters with 135 hp. The best part is that such a car costs 250-380 thousand rubles on the secondary market. There are also more expensive ones, but this is the impudence of the sellers.

The Mazda MX-5 Roadster closes the rating. The only car on this list from Asia. You can find an adequate version made in 2011 with a mileage of 28-50 thousand kilometers. Under the hood there will be a 2-liter engine with a power of 160 horses. Prices start from 900 thousand rubles.

What do convertible owners hide?

Often, owners of convertible cars hide unsightly facts from the car's history behind an external gloss. For clarity, we checked 10 used convertibles, which we found on car sales websites, using the Autocode service, and found out several patterns. So, convertible sellers:

1. Concealing participation in an accident

Half of the cars looked at were in an accident at least once, which the seller either does not talk about or blatantly lies that there were no accidents. The seller of this car assures that the car is undamaged. How is this possible if the check revealed 2 accidents involving a car at once?

The causes of accidents are different - leaving the road, collision. Apparently, the sellers do not know that the car can be “punched” through the Autocode database and they lie that the car has not been in an accident.

1. They often lose their car through confiscation

Without exception, all the convertibles we looked at were confiscated from the owner at least once. Perhaps it came to the division of property or non-payment of taxes, alimony, and utility debts.

1. They don't drive the car for long, they resell it

Most cars have 5 or more owners. Even 10 or 12 of them can be entered. These, of course, are cars 18-20 years old, but even for even 12 owners, this is a lot for that age.

Some cars change owners several times in 1 year. And this raises questions and suspicions about the technical serviceability of the convertible.

There are also other problems, such as long mileage or frequent repairs without involvement in an accident. Also, convertible owners often receive fines for speeding, but pay them. There are rare cars with serious legal problems, such as traffic police restrictions. If you check a convertible before purchasing, it won’t be difficult to protect yourself from a bunch of problems.

Are convertibles needed in Russia?

Motorists, experts, and even the owners of cars without a roof themselves admit: a good convertible is a car that is not practical and affordable. The salon is often small. Even if there is a second row of seats, it is woefully small. As is the trunk. Well, at least the interior trim is better in 9 out of 10 cases than the model with a roof. Convertible design, weight distribution differs from standard car- there is no roof. Therefore, in order to make a machine of a different format, automobile plant forced to change the conveyor settings or launch a new one, which is not in the best possible way differs on the price of the convertible.

Pros and cons of owning a convertible

Based on all the nuances, we come to negative conclusions. For example:

But there are also positive aspects. So:

• The convertible will not be stolen, because... The car is too noticeable and easy to find.
• Cars without roofs attract the attention of girls; it is easier for the owner of a convertible to make new acquaintances.
• The owner is guaranteed positive emotions from driving on open roads with the roof folded down - a fresh wind and the sky above distract you from the stuffy and smoky city.
• A convertible conveys owner status in the same way as a premium SUV.
• A car without a roof can easily become a way to make money: bright, expensive or simply unusual convertibles are welcome guests at photo shoots.
• If the cabrio's interior is made of dark leather, its owner is lucky. This is an ideal combination where less dirt accumulates and is easier to remove.

There were more minuses than pluses. But for those who once tried to drive a convertible, it doesn't matter.

If you an exemplary family man If you have an average income or slightly lower, you don’t need this car. If only on credit and only on weekends summer days. But if finances and single life allow you to buy a convertible, why not take advantage of this opportunity? How you will use this machine, in what weather and time of year is up to you. You can afford repairs, even expensive ones.

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