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GOOD EVENING

The 5 at 5 These cars are sure to impress your Valentine.

GOT A HOT date this Valentine’s day? Well, you’ll want an even hotter set of wheels to impress when you pick them up.

But not all cars are created equal. Some are better for successful date nights than others. Whether it’s their looks, style or features, these motors will make sure your date feels extra special.

We’ve rounded up some of the best cars to pick up your date in this Valentine’s Day, from the dream car to the (slightly more) affordable.

Under €150k

2016 Range Rover Vogue, €129,945

Newgate Motors Newgate Motors

The Range Rover will guarantee you at least a second date with your Valentine. It is packed full of technology and driver’s aids that will make you look like the best driver in the world. Plus, if you decide to park up at a romantic spot it doesn’t matter how cold it is out because the soft leather seats are heated – and with its Bluetooth audio streaming you can play your ‘Let’s Get It On’ playlist through the fab 380w Meridian Sound System. Smooth operator!

Under €100k

2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, €79,950

Adrian Quinn Car Sales Adrian Quinn Car Sales

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the perfect car for the perfect date. Drive to a viewpoint, use the car’s self parking feature to make you look like a parking ninja, turn on the heated seats, no, the rear heated seats, climb in the back, set the ambient lighting to suit the mood and cuddle up (don’t worry, the rear windows are tinted).

Then, switch on the car’s DVD player, which you have already preloaded with your date’s favourite movies or listen to your ultimate love-in playlist by streaming it through the car’s Bluetooth and wait for the magic to happen!

Under €60k

2016 Ford Mustang, €55,500

C A B Motor Company Ltd. C A B Motor Company Ltd.

Impress your date by turning up in one of the most iconic and coolest cars on the road. No need for fancy features here, just hit the open road, put the foot down and feel the thrill of driving in this sexy sports car.

Simply by association you’ll look as cool, sexy and desirable as the car. If your date isn’t impressed, check their pulse.

Under €40k

2011 BMW 6 Series Convertible, €39,950

Conlans Limerick Conlans Limerick

Convertibles have romantic connotations, so are perfect for date nights. And this one is red, so you know, hearts and roses and stuff.

This particular BMW 6 Series Convertible is an automatic and has cruise control with brake function which means you can hold your date’s hand as you drive along with the roof down and the wind in your hair.* And when your date is sufficiently freezing that’s your cue to pull over, turn on the heated seats and cuddle until they thaw out.

*DON’T ACTUALLY DO THIS! IT’S A JOKE!

Under €20k

1957 Ford Fairlane 500, €15,000

Mr D'Arcys Classics Ltd. Mr D'Arcys Classics Ltd.

The perfect car for the perfect drive-in movie date night. Cruising around in this beaut is sure to turn heads and gain attention but your date will only have eyes for you. The bench front seat makes it easy for your Valentine to sit close while you drive and the back seat is huge and perfect for some summer lovin’. Have a blast!