[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-reliable-convertibles-for-summer\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-reliable-convertibles-for-summer\/","headline":"5 Reliable Convertibles For Summer","name":"5 Reliable Convertibles For Summer","description":"Worship the sun whilst on the road without worrying about unreliability! Brits love convertibles. Despite only getting a few sparse days of true glorious sunshine and heat each year, we just can\u2019t help ourselves when it comes to convertibles. For instance, did you know that the UK is one of the biggest markets for convertible cars in Europe, despite other countries such as Spain, Italy and France having more heat and more sunshine? It doesn\u2019t make much sense but it\u2019s […]","datePublished":"2022-03-15","dateModified":"2022-03-18","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/BMW-4-Series-Convertible-feature.png","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/BMW-4-Series-Convertible-feature.png","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-reliable-convertibles-for-summer\/","about":["Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":436,"keywords":["Convertibles","reliable","summer"],"articleBody":"Worship the sun whilst on the road without worrying about unreliability!Brits love convertibles. Despite only getting a few sparse days of true glorious sunshine and heat each year, we just can\u2019t help ourselves when it comes to convertibles.For instance, did you know that the UK is one of the biggest markets for convertible cars in Europe, despite other countries such as Spain, Italy and France having more heat and more sunshine? It doesn\u2019t make much sense but it\u2019s just in our nature to enjoy the sunshine as much as possible, at least when it comes to motoring.As the sun creeps closer and Summer fast approaches, it\u2019s time to consider which convertibles to consider buying. This time, let\u2019s focus on reliability:BMW 2 Series ConvertibleOne that we\u2019re slightly sceptical about, the 2 Series convertible was rated very highly in Whatcar?\u2019s reliability survey with an unbelievable score of 97%. Although a factor in this high score may be due to the fact that many owners reported having their issues fixed under warranty, so best be careful if you are planning to buy a used model that\u2019s out of warranty.Mazda MX-5It\u2019s not exactly a big secret that the world\u2019s best-selling roadster is known for its fantastic reliability. It\u2019s currently ranked number 15 on reliabilityindex.com and Whatcar? found that soft-top models between 2005 – 2015 had a reliability rating of 95% and hardtop models had a score of 94.3% from their comprehensive survey results.Mercedes-Benz SLKFor those looking for a used luxury bargain, look no further than the old SLK from 2004 – 2011. Pick one of these up for a good price and a good history and chances are you should be safe in terms of reliability as this model scored 95% in Whatcar?\u2019s survey. And as a bonus, the car is a hardtop convertible!Porsche 911 CabrioletFor motorists with a higher budget and looking for something particularly sporty, the Porsche 911 Cabriolet scores highly on reliability surveys. With Porsche being reported as the UK\u2019s most desirable car brand in a small survey in 2020 it\u2019s great to hear that such a sought-after car is also reliable, scoring 94.5% in Whatcar?\u2019s survey.BMW 4 SeriesThe second BMW entry is made by the 4 Series. Previously available in a hardtop convertible format and now, with the new model only available as a soft-top, the 4 Series managed to score incredibly high in Whatcar?\u2019s survey with a score of 93.5%.Had any experience with ultra-reliable convertibles? Let us know in the comments!If you enjoyed this, you may also like: \u2018Ford Announces the Mustang California Convertible\u2019"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"5 Reliable Convertibles For Summer","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/5-reliable-convertibles-for-summer\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]