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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
WSG and Genome Design partner on bespoke warranty for modified Porsches
Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) has partnered with Genome Design Ltd, an independent Porsche and supercar tuning specialist, to introduce a new warranty programme tailored specifically for modified Porsches. According to a press release, the initiative is aimed at providing tailored cover for high-performance, customised vehicles, addressing a long-standing gap in the warranty market. According to WSG, the programme has been designed to accommodate the nuances of aftermarket enhancements, such as ECU and TCU remapping, without compromising warranty support. Genome Design, based in West Yorkshire, is known for precision-led Porsche modifications that combine bespoke software calibration with high-quality hardware. The firm's director, Nick Cook, said the partnership helps "legitimise" vehicle customisation, which he described as 'a lifestyle choice' driven by 'identity, innovation, and community.' The move comes as the UK's aftermarket sector continues to grow, fuelled by a rise in vehicle personalisation and new technologies. According to industry estimates, the UK automotive aftermarket is projected to exceed USD 19 billion by 2030. WSG's Group Director, Steph Newbery, said the collaboration reflects a shift in how modified vehicles are perceived within the industry. 'For too long, modified vehicles have been excluded from warranty policies,' she said. 'Our goal is to support the evolution of the aftermarket and help ensure modified cars remain roadworthy, insurable, and warranty-compliant.' Newbery noted that the growing popularity of EVs, online customisation communities, and sustainable components is reshaping expectations around personalisation and reliability. 'The lines between OEM standards and aftermarket innovation are blurring,' she added. Genome's performance builds, often inspired by motorsport and engineered for reliability, have gained attention from a younger generation of drivers seeking both performance and individuality. Cook highlighted the influence of platforms like TikTok and YouTube in bringing modified cars into the cultural mainstream. As the global modification market trends toward an estimated USD 70 billion valuation by 2029, partnerships between warranty providers and specialist tuners are expected to play a growing role in supporting innovation while ensuring consumer confidence. "WSG and Genome Design partner on bespoke warranty for modified Porsches" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Daily Mail
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
Five used convertible cars to buy in 2025 for under £25k with robust reliability
With temperatures tipped to soar beyond 30 degrees across Britain this week, a cheap second-hand convertible will be a tempting proposition. But before you start perusing the car ads for a cabriolet on a budget to enjoy the summer rays and wind-in-the-hair driving, it's important to know which are the most reliable to run to protect you from excessive repair bills. Extended warranty data supplied by Warranty Solutions Group (WSG) covering a sample of 3,000 convertible cars reveals how many customers have claimed on their policies in the last 12 months (July 2024-June 2025). The top five with the lowest claim rate are listed, which is based only on popular models for which 100 owners have taken out extended warranty cover. To help you make your decision, we'll tell you how much you will need to pay for a 10-year-old example with less than 60,000 miles on the clock. And we also reveal which convertible model you might want to avoid, with more than a quarter of owners with warranties claiming on their policies due to high repair bills. 5. Audi TT Despite huge success, particularly when the first-generation model arrived in the late nineties, the Audi TT is no more. The German marque pulled the plug on production in November 2023, ending 25 years of its availability. Those on the hunt for a decent 10-year-old model can pick up a third (and final) generation TT Roadster for around £14,000 with fewer than 60,000 miles on the clock. This gets you top down driving from cabriolet with a 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine sending power to the front wheels via a manual six-speed transmission. All-wheel-drive variants with the S-Tronic auto 'gox will cost slightly more and those wanting more frugality - but a worse sound - can get their hands on a 2.0-litre TDI diesel variant, too. Just one in seven owners with an extended warranty in the last 12 months have claimed on their policies, with the average cost of repairs ringing in at £505. 4. Mini Convertible The only four-seat convertible to make the list of five most reliable top-down cars is the Mini Buyers searching for a second-hand compact convertible packed with retro styling and an affordable price tag should look no further than Mini's Convertible. You can pick up a decent 10-year-old example for around £6,000 today with the brand's tried-and-tested 1.6-litre petrol engine under the bonnet. It's also the only model in our top five that has seating for four - though adults in the back can expect a cramped experience to say the least. On average, one in eight extended warranty policyholders claimed for vehicle repairs to their Mini Convertible in the last 12 months - and that's based on vehicle dating back to 2004. With an average payout of £535, the Mini Convertible is one of the more expensive cabrios to fix when something goes go wrong. 3. Porsche Boxster While for a long time it was considered the poor man's 911, the Boxster has cultivated a devoted following of fans, which is partly due to its reliability and relatively low running costs The most expensive option in our list is the Porsche Boxster. With incredibly strong residual values, even a decade-old version will set used buyers back around £25,000 for a standard 2.7-litre versions of the mid-engined 981-generation roadster. If you want to upgrade to a 3.2-litre 'S' or 'GTS', prices are even steeper. While for a long time it was considered the poor man's 911, the Boxster has cultivated its own devoted following of fans, which is why depreciation is relatively slow and used prices remain stubbornly high. Strong reliability - and relatively low running costs compared to other Porsche products - is another reason for its popularity. Just over one in ten extended warranty policyholders made a claim in the last 12 months. And the claim amount on average was less than for the Mini Convertible. 2. BMW Z4 BMW's Z generation o two-seat roadsters, including the Z3, haven't always had the strongest dependability track records. But the German giant - and its engineers - have tackled this issue in recent years and the Z4 has become relatively robust. If you're hunting for a 10-year-old example, the E89 edition (which went out of production in 2016) offers good value over its G29 replacement that remains in showrooms today. You can get your hands on a sub-60,000-mile example with a 2.0-litre petrol engine and automatic gearbox for around £12,000 today. Sending power to the rear wheels, featuring two seats and a hard-top roof, it's every bit the performance sports car. Just one in 11 owners with extended warranties have claimed on their Z4 repair costs in the last year. While that's an impressively low volume, the average claim amount is higher than any other motor listed, at just over £750. 1. Mazda MX-5 Taking the top spot is the Mazda MX-5, long hailed as the gold standard for affordable sports cars. Its near-legendary dependability stems from Mazda's dedication to engineering simplicity and mechanical purity that has benefitted its popular roadster for the last 35 years. With its rear-wheel-drive layout, wonderfully engaging manual gearbox and lightweight nippiness, the MX-5 has always been a thoroughly brilliant sports car to drive that's refreshingly mechanically uncomplicated. The current fourth-generation car launched in 2015, so a ten-year-old example is pretty much bang up to date. Buyers have the choice of two Skyactiv-G petrol engines (1.5 and 2.0 litres). With a claim rate of just 7.7 per cent across all MX-5 models, dependability in roadster for doesn't get better than this. For the one in 13 owners who have claimed, the average payout was £456. 'The Mazda MX-5 remains a standout example – and its long-standing reputation for durability continues to be validated by surveys from What Car?, J.D. Power, and Consumer Reports in America,' explains Martin Binnee, operations director at WSG. 'It consistently outperforms expectations, reinforcing the value of engineering simplicity and mechanical integrity in an era of increasing complexity.' Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet With almost three in ten owners of Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolets turning to their extended warranties to cover the cost of repairs, WSG ranks it the least reliable of all popular convertible models The Mercedes E-Class is the convertible car with the highest volume of claims made by owners. Almost three in ten drivers of the luxury four-seat cabriolet claimed on their polices in the last 12 months, which is why WSG ranked it lowest for reliability among the popular convertibles. 'While it's an undeniably luxurious cruiser, its high maintenance costs and relatively frequent faults make it a less attractive proposition for used buyers prioritising longevity and hassle-free ownership,' the provider said.
