COOL CABS FOR SUMMER AND FAVOURITE CHILL OUT TUNES

'SUMMERTIME' by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, 'Walking on Sunshine' by Katrina & the Waves and 'Summer Breeze' by The Isley Brothers are our favourite summer chill-out tunes that we love to crank up the volume to in our cars in the blazing sunshine, according to research by Virgin Cars.

The Beach Boys are the group that most evoke thoughts of summer fun with their songs such as 'Good Vibrations', 'Surfin' USA' and 'California Girls', according to the Virgin Cars' poll.

Hot on the cusp of summer, the most popular dream convertibles as voted in the Virgin Cars' survey are:

· Aston Martin DB7
· Audi TT
· BMW Z3
· Jaguar XK8
· Lotus Elise
· Mercedes SLK
· Peugeot 206
· Porsche Boxster
· Saab 9-3

Dream colours are silver, black and red.

Ian Lancaster, chief executive, Virgin Cars says: "Many motorists' thoughts turn to convertibles as we get the first rays of sunshine, and those seeking one will find that there is a wide range from which to choose - from thrilling prestigious machines, made by Lotus, Porsche and Mercedes to more affordable roadsters from Mazda and MG Rover. There are also classic convertibles to choose from like the Caterham and Morgan."

Ian Lancaster adds: "My advice is drive your dreams: buy a convertible now, and really enjoy the summer sun! "

For a wide range of convertibles, with up to 26 per cent off manufacturers' UK prices, visit the website at www.virgin.com/cars, or call 0845 270 2277.

Examples of convertibles and savings from Virgin Cars:

Jaguar 4.0 XK8 - Virgin Cars' price - £45,995

a saving of £12,505 off UK RRP - 21%

MG TF 115 - Virgin Cars' price - £13,600

a saving of £2,150 off UK RRP - 14%

Audi TT Roadster 1.8T Quattro (225) - Virgin Cars' price - £27,392

a saving of £1,608 off UK RRP - 6%