Common Convertible Issues

The Audi A4 cabriolet was launched to the convertible market in 2001 until 2009; a stylish soft top that has understated elegance together with little wind, road or engine noise with the roof up – making it a great choice of cabriolet.

The Vauxhall Astra Twin Top arrived to the cabriolet market in 2006 and was produced until 2010. The hard top folding 3 piece metal cabriolet roof replaced the previous soft top folding Astra Cabriolet G – the hard top roof being able to be operated from the key and at speeds of up to 18 mph.

The Bentley Continental GTC MK1, built between 2007 to 2011, is a fine grand tourer with limitless headroom and a fabric roof system stowed or erected in 25 seconds at speeds of up to 20 mph.

The BMW Z4 E85 Cabriolet is the first generation of BMW Z4 roasters, produced between 2002-2008. This cabriolet has great body control and sharp handling and with the option for a four or six cylinder engine, contributes extra pace and a purr from the engine for your roof down ride.

The Peugeot 207 Coupe Cabriolet was the best selling model for Peugeot and was produced between 2006 and 2012. A great small cabriolet, praised for its value, safety and styling, replacing its predecessor the Peugeot 206cc – the first car available with a metal folding roof system.

When it comes to passion for their cars, Alfa Romeo owners are in a league of their own. This is especially true when it comes to unique, difficult to get hold of and stunning models such as the Alfa Romeo Spider 939.

While we see many different types of cabriolets in the workshop each week, certain models tend to come in more frequently. This usually occurs because that particular model has a design flaw or a common technical problem.