I had an identical one to this:
Capri 1600GT. Loved it. Looking out from the drivers seat over the long bonnet with the "power hump" was always a joy. As was getting a high shine on the vinyl roof.
The side vents were only there for show, they had no practical use.
Then I part exchanged for one of these:
I was 25. More joy.
Now, 42 years later I have this French thing:
Joy has had to give way to practicality, unfortunately.