Great Summer Convertibles

Summer is here and that means it's time to let the top down of your convertible and enjoy the warm weather. If you don't have a convertible but are thinking about purchasing one, Bill Jacobs has a variety of great vehicles to choose from that will fit your budget and personality.

For those with deeper pockets Bill Jacobs BMW has a few choices to suit you. The BMW 3 series and 6 series offer convertibles. Both are luxurious; however, the 6 series is a little bigger. They are fast, safe, and comfortable. The 6 series has 360 hp and roomy rear seats to fit family and friends. For a speedier ride, you can try the Z4 roadster. It seats two but it is fast and sleek. It has an authentic racing feel because of the permanently lit speedometer and rev counter.

Cadillac is another line that manufactures luxurious convertibles with more of a structured look. They offer the XLR Roadster, with a power retractable hard top and a Bose sound system. It can go 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds and has 320 hp. The Cadillac XLR-V is the pricier option but for good reason. It can go from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds and has 443 hp. Features include the hard top and a push button start.

The all-American Corvette is offered by Bill Jacobs Chevy dealers. It has a V8 front engine and goes from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds. If you are looking for speed, this is the car for you. It seats two, but will keep its passengers safe with airbags and stability control.

The Mazda MX-5 Miata is always a great choice for a small convertible. It was voted one of the ten best cars of 2008. Another small convertible option is the Minicooper convertible. It is cute, stylish, and seats four. The Volkswagen Beetle convertible can give you style with great gas mileage. It has the latest safety features and is fun to ride in.

Bill Jacobs Mitsubishi has the Eclipse Spyder convertible. It has 260 hp, a soft top, and an advanced air bag system. The Spyder is uniquely stylized and makes any driver look great.