I think I will be in a similar position soon, Sue's already there - a car with door I mean! And a better hood would be nice. I've been looking, just casually, for a more age friendly replacement, and apart from modern stuff, they are way out of my price bracket. Even Morris Oxford convertibles (MGB's) have shot up in price in recent years. For the same price as I would probably get for my 7, I can only see stuff like Lotus M100, Reliant Scimitar GTC, the odd TVR, and for a bit more; Lotus Elise or VX220. I can hear every one shouting MX5, but I'm hoping for something a bit more exclusive. Any suggestions? Col