Top 10 convertibles selling for under £10k this summer including iconic Porsche, stylish Mercedes & ‘rare' BMW

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23-05-2025

One car was made famous by a huge Hollywood movie
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THE BEST convertibles selling for under £10,000 have been revealed.
The list, compiled by the BBC's hit motoring show Top Gear, includes a stunning Mercedes and one iconic Porsche.
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Brits are flocking to dealerships to buy convertibles for the summer
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Top Gear have compiled a list of the best convertibles for under £10,000
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Experts from the driving show have scoured the internet for the best deals, as Brits flock to dealerships to pick up convertibles this summer.
Each price is based on a real-life example of each car that is currently on sale right now.
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The Lotus Elan SE Turbo is perfect for the summer
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Lotus Elan SE Turbo
The Lotus Elan SE Turbo is a sporty, two-seater first produced in 1989.
A second generation of the car hit the road in the mid-1990s and became known for its incredible handling.
This incredible car is on sale for just £6,950 on Ebay and comes in a gorgeous red colour.
With a manual roof that can be easily retracted, it's perfect for the summer.
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The German-made Porsche Boxster is a particularly glamorous car
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Porsche Boxster S (986)
The Porsche Boxster S is one of the most iconic cars to be produced by the German manufacturer.
Fitted with a glamorous black shell, heated seats and 18 inch alloys, the car is both stylish and sturdy.
On sale for £9,999, it is one of the pricier motors on the list but it is also one of the chicest.
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The Alfa Romeo Spider was made famous by a classic Hollywood movie
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Alfa Romeo Spider (916)
For decades, the Spider was one of Alfa Romeo's flagship cars.
Made famous by the 1967 film The Graduate, the Spider has a place in Hollywood history.
The model is a two-seater vehicle, which has been described as both 'reliable and stylish'.
It's on the market for £7,500 meaning you can take the fancy car home without breaking the bank.
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The Mercedes-Benz SL500 can reach 155mph
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Mercedes-Benz SL500 (R129)
The Mercedes-Benz SL500 can hit 62mph in just 6.5 seconds and can reach top speeds of 155mph.
It is propelled by a 5-0 litre V8 engine and comes fitted with luxurious leather seats.
The motor, which is on sale for £9,995, also has climate control - meaning you can enjoy it in the winter and in the summer.
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The Honda S2000 is one of the cheaper cars on the list
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Honda S2000
Described by Top Gear as 'punchy, rev-happy and incredibly reliable', the Honda S2000 is a very powerful motor.
It is also one of the cheaper vehicles on the list, coming in at just £6000 - making it almost £3000 less than the most expensive car on Top Gear's list.
Some models have been fitted with customised parts, including a bigger 2.4 litre K24 unit - which boosts the car's power - and revised drop links.
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The BMW 318i is designed for taking it easy
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BMW 318i
The BMW 318i is a convertible designed more for cruising than racing.
The vehicle has a 1.8L and is quintessentially 1990s, with its iconic shape.
It's also one of the rarer cars on the road, with only 50 being produced in a luxurious green.
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The Jaguar XJS is a huge car
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Jaguar XJS
The Jaguar XJS has a massive 5,300 ccm engine meaning the convertible is one of the biggest on the list.
Fitted with cushioned seats and sophisticated wood finishes, it's a car designed for tarvelling in style.
Coming in at £9,995, it is one of the more expensive motors but it makes up for its cost through the huge amount of leg room in the front seats.
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The Mazda MX-5 is one of the most beloved cars on the road
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Mazda MX-5 (NA)
The Mazda MX-5 was designed according to its manufacturer's Jinba Ittai philosophy - the belief that a car should be an extension of its driver.
Lightweight, fast and stylish, the MX-5 is one of the most beloved cars on the road.
It costs just £8,250 to pick up this piece of motor history when buying secondhand but MX-5s are known to sell quickly so you'll have to hurry before another car lover snaps it up.
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The TVR Chimaera is a British classic
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TVR Chimaera
The TVR Chimaera is as loud as the mythical beast from which it gets its name.
However, it's actually an incredibly gentle ride with a 4.0 litre Rover V8 engine.
The motor was produced from 1992 and 2003 and has remained legendary ever since.
It costs £8,995 to pick up a second-hand Chimaera.
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The Chevrolet Corvette is truly a unique car
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The Chevrolet Corvette
This incredible car might look like something from a science-fiction movie, but the 1980s Chevrolet Corvette is a certified classic.
Its 5.7 litre engine packs a huge punch and has a detachable roof for when the weather heats up.
This motor actually costs £12,250 to buy second-hand but sellers have been known to drop the price for the right offer.