Just sold my 560SL and I'd like to replace it with another convertible. First thoughts would be a 996TT but I think they have been priced out of my budget already. I'd prefer something later model than a 964/993 due to maintenance costs. The car will not be driven more than a thousand miles a year and anything air-cooled gets too expensive to warrant keeping it next to other stuff I don't use. I like the Alfa Romeo 4C but, well its a big Fiat 500 and I already have one of those. Depreciating assets don't make me too happy so a modern classic type of vehicle may work. One that has already lost significant value. Manual transmission preferred, good A/C a must, comfortable seats as well. Budget around $25-30K and I'll travel.

 

What's a used Audi S5 convertible go for?

 

I looked at those but I've had a few bad experiences with Audi's in the past.

 

If you keep looking you might find the 996TT. I have seen some pretty close to your price range (maybe not convertibles) with higher mileage.

 

Jason- have you looked at E36 M3 convertibles? Great cars with handling to match. I think they may have bottom out, and may be on the upswing value wise. I've had a few of these in Coupe form FWIW.

 

I like the M3's a lot and they're on the shortlist. Don't they have interior trim type issues? I'd really love to find a 996TT Cab!

 

I'd suggest a 335i convertible. I had a 2013 I gave up recently---great all around car, handles well, good examples in your prize range (2012-2013) --far prefer styling and feel to the Audi and twin turbos go 0 to 60 in the low 5 second range. M3 is obviously more car but you've got the old M3 engine in the 335i (e55) anyway

 

Here I go: XKR convertible

 

How does a 2005-06 SC'd Mini Cooper S cab sound? Da Trini said he tinks its a good cyar...

 

BMW Z4? Should be around half your budget depending on the year and at a great spot on the depreciation curve.

No idea what it's like to live with one though.

 

I'd suggest a BMW M roadster with the S54 engine (2001-02 model years).
Nice styling, amazing engine, still comfy enough for easy cruising. With your budget, you should be able to get a nice low mileage one.

 

Bammm!

 

What a coincidence; Fidel's Auto Galleria on Calle Ocho has 2 of these for sale as I type.

 

Have a 97 cab white over cashmere. Nice tight car. 69,000 miles. Looking to get a little. More than you quoted but I'm reasonable. If you have intrest email me at r.dansnyder@yahoo.com. I am in central Ohio

Dan

 

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