1989 Ford Escort Cabriolet | East Malling and Larkfield, Kent

A 1989 Ford Escort Cabriolet, the Karmann-built soft-top version of Ford's front-wheel-drive family hatchback. The Escort was Britain's best-selling car for much of the 1980s, and the Cabriolet began in 1983 as Ford Europe's first convertible since the 1960s Corsair. This car is yellow with a black interior, a bright, warm pairing against the dark of the folded hood. It has a 1.8-litre engine and seats four, so a small group travels together in the open air. As a 1989 car, it carries the smoother nose and redesigned dashboard that came with the 1986 facelift. Its period look suits 1980s film and TV scenes, and with the roof down the cabin is in clear view for photography, fashion and editorial work. Music videos and events get a bright, friendly car that stands apart from the more familiar hatchback. Weddings and personal hires work well too. The car is based in Kent.