Which folding hardtop convertible to go for?

I'm looking at hardtop convertibles and have narrowed my choice to a BMW 3 Series post-2007 or a Volvo C70. Then saw a 2001 SC430 Lexus - what's your opinion as regards tax/running/repair costs if I'm not a rich kid? Well-old kid really!

Liz

Liz Mitchell Mannion (Galway)

Feb 2016 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Liz,

Get the BMW or Volvo – they’re practical, good to drive and at least reasonably economical. The Lexus would be, generally, more reliable than either, but the SC430 was an abomination of a car – big, heavy, not at all sporting and really awful to drive. Plus it has a 4.3-litre V8 engine so tax and fuel costs are extortionate.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Advisor
@neilmbriscoe