Category: Convertibles 
Price Range: £55,035 to £55,035
Amazing build and refinement, good residual values, standard equipment
Big and a bit unwieldy, dreadful wood trim, a little cramped
Lexus' convertible majors on quality, refinement and equipment.
It's a credit to Lexus that a good deal less than two decades after the brand's launch, it is considered a genuine rival to Mercedes, BMW and Jaguar. The SC 430 is the company's first convertible and it debuted in the UK in 2001. This time, though, critical reaction was decidedly lukewarm.
On its side were outstanding build quality, a folding metal roof and exceptional refinement; counting against it were its American-inspired styling, considerable size, harsh ride and fairly dull driving experience. Changes have been made to address some of these issues dynamic, though, with tweaks to the suspension. The SC 430 now costs £52,385.
