Convertible cars auction sold out

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Convertible car enthusiasts have emerged from the cold harsh winter with a greater appetite for drop-top models, evidence from a specialist car auction has suggested.

Organisers of a specialist convertible sale held by British Car Auctions said the recent warm weather has helped rekindle motorists' desire for convertible cars as the entire stock of 400 vehicles were sold. The convertible event held at BCA's Blackbushe facility led to a 4.6 million pounds turnover.

"Admittedly it was a gloriously sunny day at our Blackbushe Auction Centre," said, Tim Naylor, PR Manager, BCA. "But it was tremendously encouraging to see more than 350 buyers in the auction hall. There were also more than 100 dealers bidding via the internet using BCA's Live Online service.

"Whilst there have been mixed messages on the economy over the last few weeks - and with the General Election campaigns in full swing some consumers might be feeling nervous about making bigger financial commitments, this sale seemed to suggest a good level of optimism amongst the trade and private buyers."

Cars from Mini Convertibles to Aston Martin DB9 Volantes were up for grabs with values from less than £4,000 to more than £50,000.

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