Going abroad in the copen what do you think?

I've never done it in a Copen, but you'll need lights and a breathalyzer for France.

 

Going Abroad, no problem.

We have travelled all over France and most of Spain with our Copen in the last few years. Only problem getting on and off ferries or the tunnel. On ferries lookout for the metal cleats stikking up that they use to tie down lorries. On the tunnel the problem is the joints between the carriages due to our low ground clearance. Luggage is no probelm. If it's raining, put it in the boot. We have 2 large holdalls. Once we hit the sunshine the roof comes down and we have fitted a boot rack. New off ebay £40.00. DON'T try to put the roof up and down with the luggage on. It's OK with just the rack. For france you will need a couple of brethalysers, HI Viz jackets for you both and a warning triangle. For Spain you will need in addition another warning triangle (ie 2 in total) and if you need glasses to drive, you must carry a spare pair. Due to the far greater superiority of the road surfaces you will find that both you and the car will appreciate the unusual smoothnes and quietness.

Be prepared to attract even more attention than in UK. My best moment was parking in a village square. On returning I noticed 2 things. A superd looking 1950's Mrcedes SL Gull Wing (obviously must have been a kit car) had arrived and there was a group of about 15 people. All standing around and looking at THE COPEN.

If I can be of anymore help let me know. I have been driving around Europe for the last 40 years for pleasure and business.

 

Have a look at the thread below.
I'm pretty sure there is another thread about parcel shelf and other bags that fit the Copen.

https://www.copenworld.com/vb3/showthread.php?t=595&highlight=Shelf

 

I can't wait for an excuse to take mine abroad

 

I would like to go to the german meeting that scooty is involved with, however, i often drive to whitby, (2hrs), it bloody kills me!!!!!!:-((