Now that the initial fervour over the Mini is dying down, it's the perfect time for the debut of the convertible version.

The super-charged model is not available quite yet, so we have to make do with the lower power motor for now, but who cares in such a huggable little transport?

The rear seats fold to more than triple the storage space available, so your new Hat Box will fit. The folding top doesn't require you to snap a boot into place, so you lower the top without getting up from your seat. Trust me, if it wasn't so easy, you wouldn't go to all the trouble of lowering your top as often.

With wheels pushed out to the corners, this Mini is has few equals when it comes to actually turning the car. Responding with immediacy and crispness, you might find yourself taking the long way home just so you don't have to drive in a straight line.

Go out and get yourself one of these if you don't need the space of a larger vehicle, the smile on your face will not fade easily.