The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E550 Cabriolet brings a solid cabin tech package to open-top cruising, but the big engine means it will be expensive to run.

The 2010 Infiniti G37 Convertible offers an excellent cabin tech package and fun sporting capabilities, but lacks some refinement for everyday driving.

The 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is an absolute blast to drive, but tech options lag behind the pack.

Although not as hard-edged as some sports cars, the 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is provides plenty of driving fun and, except for the lack of cargo capacity, makes a fine daily driver.

A good exterior design doesn't quite make up for the 2010 Ford Mustang Convertible's rough feel, especially compared with other Ford cars, but Sync redeems it somewhat.

With its high-tech cabin, the 2010 Audi A5 Cabriolet is a comfortable cruiser, but it is not powerful enough to drive like a sports car.

A good city car and an economical cruiser, 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible's soft top makes it a fun open-air ride, but use the money you would have spent on the automatic transmission option for manual transmission lessons.

If you want and can afford an Aston Martin DB9, you will probably get one, no matter what anyone else says. But it's nice to know that the cabin electronics are modern enough for cell phones and iPods.

The 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid is the best value in a full-size hybrid tech-loaded SUV, and will save plenty of money at the pump if you need a vehicle of this size.