Convertibles

Mercedes-Benz CLK500 Cabriolet
The Mercedes-Benz CLK offers excellent handling and performance with the sophistication of a fine luxury car. It's comfortable for two, but can accommodate four in a pinch. The CLK500 Cabriolet ($59,850) may be the best of the line. The more powerful model feels tighter and more confident than the CLK320 ($51,400) and dropping the top puts a whole new face on the world.

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Dropping the top on the Toyota Camry Solara (starting at $19,950) blows all your cares away. But even with the top up you'll never have to worry about your car: Based on the Toyota Camry, the Solara should prove to be the epitome of quality, durability and reliability.