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Looking to buy a classic convertible for weekend cruiser with the family. Originally wanted a 1989 Speedster or 356 cab until I realized neither had rear seats. Time for plan B. Now that I actually started looking, options seem pretty limited out there. Not looking for a concourse car. Want a driver which retains more of its originality. Anyone got any ideas?
Currently looking at these: 1967 Austin-Healey 3000MKIII 1968 SHELBY GT500 (Yea I know, it's 'merican) 1960s Mercedes-Benz 190 SL 1967 Fiat Dino Spyder
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There's always the Beetle. The Mustang is probably the best overall choice for a weekend car.
How about a Benz 280 SE 3.5? AH is pretty, but agricultural. Plus, Lucas. Triumph Stag fits the bill, but you will never find a more wretched hive of bad engineering (ask me how I know). Lancia Flavia cabrio is pretty. Ferrari Mondial maybe too late? Then there are the crazy $: Lancia B50. Facel Vega. Mmmm, Facel Vega... ![]()
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'60s midsize convertible or Mustang. Saw a nice late '50s Tbird cab on BAT. Always seem to be a couple of '60s midsize for sale at local car shows too.
Late '60s pre '74 midsize American cars make great weekend cruisers. Ask Mulligan….
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European, 280 SE. 'nough said.
Merican, 60's Caddy or Continental with suicide door. Chain and blond are must. ![]()
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Didnt realize Mondial fit four. Thanks
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Re: Mondial, yes they seat 4, look into the Mondial T. They are supposedly very much improved with the longitudinal engine and other updates.
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Nice choices! Not sure about 4 in an SL and I hear you on a S. I really liked the w113 I had, looked great, but not a sports car. I'd consider a 2nd gen Corvair.
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190SL or 280SE. The 190 is just one of the best looking cars ever.
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190sl is my favorite as well! Just not keen on the rear seat. Person sits sideways high up with no seat belt. But on the plus side, it doesn't really look like a seat, so when only 2 of us, cooper could ride up front
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