£5k Convertable for a one time trip to Monaco, then re-sell?

[humpbackmaniac]

I have won some tickets for the Monaco GP (very excited, never been before) going to treat the good lady to a week away at a leisurely pace, stopping on the way down and back.
I did want to buy and keep a TR6 but the lady she say no, too uncomfy unreliable etc..Bugger.

So looking for suggestions of a two seater, roofless, V8 for the trip to buy and sell with minimal loss. Currently thinking SL500 1994-7ish age, buy the best I can find and hope for the best on resale Mid Summer.

But open to ideas....

[humpbackmaniac]

Thanks all, I was looking to go East a little on the way down so would need something comfy enough but also tasty for the Alps. S2000 may not be a bad idea though, hadnt considered that. Alfa however not my cup of Darjeeing.

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jagnet said:

XK8 Convertible?



Prices on these are remaining firm so you really shouldn't have any problem selling it again in the summer.

hadnt even crossed my mind, bloody good idea! Off to the classifieds now....

[humpbackmaniac]

Thanks All, I must say there are some pretty absurd suggestions being thrown in though. MX5? 2500 miles in a tin can??? Chimera I like the idea but dont fancy 1200 miles home in an AA van, that said could always fly and wait at home for her to return.

430 Merc best suggestion so far I think.

I must just say this is for a fun drive, I already have the perfect car for the trip (E39 M5) if one were simply looking for ruthless mile munching at high speed, but this is for an open topped Jortle down to the Riviera! British is growing on me more and more actually.

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chriscoates said:

SL would be the only choice for me, this stunning 500 example is within budget: http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/2996831.htm

Thats stunning (if a little pink) but perfect for the job! Thanks Chris,

Also thanks Poo at Pauls, S2 Cab great idea.

[humpbackmaniac]

The Ferrys booked! And I have to put a reg number in ASAP for the booking so I need help guys.

Ms H says she wants a Z4, budget now up to 7k. Other suggestions very welcome.