IN THIS FEATURE Introduction 1. MGB roadster 1962-80 2. Morris Minor Convertible 1948-68 3. Fiat 124 Spider 1966-85 4. Austin-Healey Sprite 1958-61 5. Hillman Super Minx Convertible 1962-64 6. Peugeot 304 Cabriolet 1969-75 7. Peugeot 504 Cabriolet 1969-83 8. Reliant Scimitar SS1 1984-89 9. Sunbeam Alpine 1959-67 10. Triumph TR7 Convertible 1979-81

When the sun comes out, a young person's mind turns to convertibles - and many an older person's does too. Especially if they're single. Trouble is, new soft-tops are expensive and you may feel somewhat self-conscious driving one: there's a difference between making an impression and looking like a flash poser.

So why not consider something from the '60s or '70s? Swooping through the countryside or looking hot in the city, you could give yourself a whole new image from as little as £2000. Not everyone is impressed by a Ferrari - and a classic convertible at least shows you've got a bit of imagination (though also a shortage of cash). And even if it fails to attract the attention of the girl/boy of your dreams, you've still got that wind-in-the-hair, out-in-the-elements driving experience to enjoy. Make your bargain summer selection from our 10 choices below.