When it's cold, wet and grey outside what better way to cheer everyone up than the thought of driving an open-top little sports car.

The XC70 was one of the pioneers of the 'beefed-up estate fitted with four-wheel drive' concept that was taken on by the likes of the Audi Allroad and latterly the Skoda Octavia Scout.

We have to admit that we do love a quick Ford. We often hanker after an Escort Cosworth and the Mk1 Fiesta XR2 can get us distinctly misty-eyed.

It may not be overtly sporty, but with its classic lines and beautifully proportioned design, the second generation CLK is a car that looks as good today as it did when it was launched in 2002.