Convertibles
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The minicar segment is about to explode, with new models planned from most of the major automakers including, for the first time, premium labels such as Audi. While most are heading down the budget road Audi will be launching an upmarket model to tackle the likes of the MINI, Fiat 500, Mercedes-Benz A-Class and even BMW's 1-Series. The new model is the 2011 Audi A1, which thus far has only been revealed as a three-door hatch but there are more variants in the works, three more that we know of. The full A1 family will grow to include a five-door hatch, as previewed by 2008's A1 Sportback...
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2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S Preview
Hot on the heels of the facelifted 911 Turbo comes the more extreme 2011 Porsche 911 Turbo S, which will be making its world debut next month at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show before arriving in local showrooms in the second half of the year. Designed for the customer that seeks only the best in terms...
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 2011 Renault Megane CC
Renault has lifted the lid off its second new convertible destined to star at next month’s 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Less than a week after previewing its compact Wind Coupe-Roadster, the French automaker has revealed its new Megane Coupe-Cabriolet and in the process rounded off the complete...
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Spy Shots: 2011 BMW M3 Facelift
Expect the facelifted M3 range to debut as 2010 models at December’s 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show or possibly at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show.
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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: Renault Wind Coupe-Roadster
French automaker Renault will be using next month’s 2010 Geneva Motor Show to unveil a brand new hard-top convertible based on its Twingo hatchback. Dubbed the Renault Wind, the new cruiser is described as a “coupe-roadster” and is definitely off-limits for the U.S. market. The...
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Magna To Supply Automated Folding Soft-Top For 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
The muscle car showdown is in full swing, with the Camaro, Mustang and Challenger all back in retro-modern form, and so far, the Camaro has won every round if retail sales are the scorecard. Expanding the Camaro's appeal with a convertible could do even more to keep it ahead of the Ford and Dodge...
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The 2011 BMW 335is will get a more powerful variant of the N54 engine.
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Video: 2011 BMW 3-Series Coupe And Convertible
BMW has given its 3-Series Coupe and Convertible models a slight refresh for 2011, adding revised fascias front and back and a number of updates under the hood. New to the range is the exhilarating 335is, which will come packing a unique 322 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque twin-turbocharged...
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2011 Volvo C70 Convertible Pricing Revealed
The latest version of Volvo's ultra-chic C70 Convertible was first revealed late last year but the new drop-top is set to go on sale in the coming months and we can reveal today that it will be priced from $40,800 plus a destination charge of $850. Despite the slightly higher sticker than the...
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2010 Detroit Auto Show: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet Live Gallery
Mercedes-Benz has made it clear that it wants to raise the design credentials of its cars, even previewing its future design language with a dramatic sculpture at this week’s 2010 Detroit Auto Show, but with cars as stylish as the new 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet we wonder why they...
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New Orlando Concept & Camaro Convertible Pegged For 2010 NAIAS
Chevrolet has three new debuts planned for next month’s 2010 Detroit Auto Show.
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Custom New York Yankees 2010 Ford Mustang GT Up For Auction
The custom car 2010 Ford Mustang GT, autographed by Derek Jeter, was created for the opening of the new Yankees' stadium.
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With the introduction of the 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe, the CTS line will be complete.
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Volkswagen Rolls Out Final Edition New Beetle Coupe & Convertible
The 2010 Volkswagen New Beetle Coupe and New Beetle Convertible Final Editions will be available for $20,240 and $27,170 respectively.
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Report: Next-Gen Mazda MX-5 Will Be Smaller And Lighter
Mazda’s MX-5 (Miata) recently underwent a facelift to keep it fresh until the arrival of the next-gen model in late 2011.
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Report: Convertible Planned For Toyota And Subaru Joint-Sports Car
Toyota’s new sports car will debut next year and may revive the Celica nameplate.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio Patent Designs Leaked
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio is expected to go on sale in the middle of 2010.
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Study Finds Convertibles May Be Harmful To Your Hearing
Convertible owners shouldn’t worry too much as winding up the windows reduces noise to safe levels.
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Dear Sean Stewart: We have a problem. That problem is you. We're not talking about your whiny sense of self-entitlement. (Although please, for the benefit of America's eardrums, STFU.) We're not talking about your "career" as a reality show contestant. (Although we understand that may be as close to reality as you're likely to get.) We're not even talking about your "career" as a model. (Although, like Cher Horowitz would say: AS IF.) Frankly, Sean, we're not even talking about the fact that you were party to the wreck of a sweet, black, $200,000 Bentley Continental GTC. Yes, that would be...
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Aston Martin Builds Limited Edition V8 Vantage Roadster For Robb Report
The Robb Report Limited Edition V8 Vantage Roadster is available for special order through Aston Martin dealers and is priced from $153,000.
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2010 Volvo C70 Convertible Preview
The latest C70 picks up Volvo’s new styling language that first showcased on the 2009 S60 Concept Car.
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Rendered: 2011 Audi A1 Convertible
The new A1 range will compete with other premium compacts such as the Mini Cooper.
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Spy Shots: 2010 BMW 3-Series Convertible Facelift
Expect to see the facelifted Coupe and Convertible make their world debut at next month’s Frankfurt Auto Show.
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Rendered: 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabrio
The new Cabrio will be launched in the middle of next year.
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