From top to bottom and left to right: the Porsche 718 Spyder RS, the Mini Cooper Cabrio, the BMW Z4 and the Mazda MX-5. Photo: Porsche, Mini, BMW, Mazda. Montage: Paperjam

From top to bottom and left to right: the Porsche 718 Spyder RS, the Mini Cooper Cabrio, the BMW Z4 and the Mazda MX-5. Photo: Porsche, Mini, BMW, Mazda. Montage: Paperjam

Symbols of freedom and pleasure, convertibles and roadsters are nevertheless becoming increasingly rare. Neglected by mainstream manufacturers, they are drifting towards a niche market that is both premium and exclusive. Bucking the trend, spring reminds us why we love them: simply for the joy of driving, with the wind in our hair...

Mazda MX-5

This model from the Japanese manufacturer remains the world’s best-selling roadster, with over 1.2 million units sold. Fitted with a petrol engine, lightweight and agile, the MX-5 is all about the driving experience in its two-seater configuration. Choose between a soft top that opens in 13 seconds or a hardtop version, for a truly open-air driving experience.

Mini Cooper Convertible

A four-seater petrol-powered convertible, it features a 3-in-1 electric soft top that can be opened in 20 seconds at speeds of up to 30 km/h. It offers a go-kart-style driving experience, with safety and driver-assistance features as standard, a comprehensive infotainment system and a wide range of customisation options.

BMW Z4

This two-seater petrol-powered rear-wheel-drive roadster features an eight-speed automatic gearbox, a finely tuned chassis and an M aerodynamics package as standard. The interior features M Sport seats, designed to provide support during dynamic driving.

Porsche 718 Spyder RS

This mid-engined two-seater roadster is powered by a race-derived petrol engine. It produces 500bhp, accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 3.4 seconds and reaches 308km/h on the track. A chassis tuned for the track, optimised aerodynamics, and uncompromising set-up.

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This article was written for the May 2026 issue of Paperjam magazine, published on 29 April. The content is produced exclusively for the magazine. It is published on the site to contribute to the full Paperjam archive. Click this link to subscribe to the magazine.