Britons are some of Europe’s greatest convertible car enthusiasts, despite our less-than-suitable climate. Here in the UK we get very excited when the mercury hits the dizzy heights of 20c - the beaches are invaded by the masses, the shorts and flip flops make an appearance and there’s a sudden abundance of cars driving around with their roofs down.
So, now we’re coming into spring with the hope of long, hot summers days just around the corner, does the thought of driving down country lanes with the wind in your hair appeal? Convertibles have come a long way since the cloth-roofed versions that left you with damp seats and noise-induced hearing loss - but there are still things look out for if you are considering leasing one for the first time.
‘Top Tips’ when leasing a convertible car
1) Stick to a standard colour - don’t be tempted to go for ‘August Sunrise’ orange.
2) If you are interested in the economy of the car, check out its performance with and without the roof up - it will vary.
3) Think about the boot space - many hard-top roofs retract into the boot of the car so check the space with both the roof up and down
4) Invest in a wind deflector - for noise and hair styling purposes!
5) It seems obvious but test drive the car with both the roof up and down.
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