Is the convertible heading into the sunset?
UK drivers have taken a shine to the SUV but could the fate of the convertible be reversed?
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""It's a simple fact of people wanting more practicality these days.""
— Steve Fowler , Other
""It's the nearest thing I can get to a motorcycle.""
— Peter West , Other
""Everyone's too focused on SUVs these days.""
— Steve Bassett , Other
Key People
Cary Grant was a British-American actor known for his distinctive style and charm.
Grace Kelly was an American actress who became Princess of Monaco.
Peter West is a former biker and a fan of the Mazda MX-5.
Philip Nothard is the insight director of Cox Automotive Europe.
Steve Bassett is a member of the Yorkshire Ridings branch of the MX-5 Owners Club.
Steve Fowler is a leading automotive journalist and founder of the car review website Carblah.
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