IT'S hardly a secret that I find Nissan's Micra about as appealing as those awful talent shows on Saturday night telly.
But I fear I am outnumbered, because this Japanese supermini has sold by the millions.
While I would rather take public transport than be seen behind the wheel of one, others clearly enjoy life in Micra-land.
To date, nearly 2.5 million of these Sunderland-built cars have been produced.
Indeed, it has helped Nissan to become Britain's biggest car exporter for the past seven years. And the good news is that some 80 per cent of Micras built are exported.
But I've had to tone down the insults ever since Nissan played their ace card and introduced a coupé-convertible version. Because even I have to admit that it looks the business.
At long last, Nissan's designers have got it spot on in terms of look and appeal with this chic charmer.
Indeed, it is so good that you could drive it down a Paris catwalk and earn rave reviews.
Some coupé-convertibles either only look smart with their top up or down, but not both.
However, the Micra C+C manages to exude style and panache whether its glass roof is raised or lowered - especially following a recent revamp.
The first change to the styling that is immediately evident is the revision of the front grille. It has moved away from the chrome centre line to a neater and more effective chrome surround.
The front headlamps have also been redesigned and now have a less profound profile.
All in all, the changes provide a cleaner and fresher look that will continue to make the Micra C+C a head-turner.
Nissan also streamlined the trim levels, so the line-up now features four choices starting with the Visia, then the Acenta, the Tekna and finally the Active Luxury.
Among the many new standard features on the Micra C+C is an audible speed limit warning system.
It allows you to set your maximum speed by using a button on the steering wheel and a bleep will sound when you reach your desired limit.
The C+C also comes with a Bluetooth hands-free telephone system, which again can be accessed via a control button on the steering wheel.
Music lovers will be glad to know that an MP3 jack socket is also included across the range.
The engine line-up remains unchanged, with buyers having a choice between a 1.4 or a 1.6-litre petrol.
With its output of 108bhp, the 1.6-litre unit allows the Micra drop-top to cover the 0-62mph sprint in 10.6 seconds.
Not only is this more than two seconds faster than the 1.4, but there's hardly any penalty in terms of fuel economy for the additional performance.
With prices starting at £13,550, the Micra coupé-convertible does command a hefty premium over the hatchback version. But, then again, you are getting two cars rolled into one.
FAST FACTS
Nissan Micra C+C 1.6 Tekna 2dr
Price: £15,400
Mechanical: 110ps, 1,598cc, 4cyl petrol engine driving front wheels via 5spd manual gearbox
Max speed: 118mph
0-62mph: 10.6 secs
Combined mpg: 42.2
Insurance group: 7
CO2 emissions: 159g/km
BiK rating: 18%
Warranty: 3yrs/ 60,000 miles, 3yrs paint, 12yrs anti-rust