The best convertible of 2012 needs to be fun in the sun, and easy enough to live with during our long, cold winters. Roadsters (two seats) need to deliver an engaging drive and reasonable performance.

Cabriolets (four seats) don’t need to be quite as sharp, but they do need to be comfortable and refined. Whatever the number of seats, each needs to make a sound financial case for itself. Here are our best converitbles of 2012.