Brabus are well known for their muscled-up versions of Mercedes Benz road cars but this time they have surpassed themselves with the world’s fastest and most powerful four seat convertible.
Category Archives: Convertible News
US to get first Diesel Convertibles
12th July 2011
Diesel convertibles have been around in Europe for quite a while but across the pond in the US they are still unheard of. The reason is all to do with fuel prices. Fuel tax is far higher across Europe and every MPG can make a sizeable difference. Cost savings don’t have to mean an end […]
Abarth 500C gets manual option
6th July 2011
The Abarth version of Fiat’s 500C has always been a blast to drive but purists missed out as the only gearbox option was the paddle-shift automatic. Until now that is. The five speed manual version has everything that made the Fiat 500C Abarth great but with a good old fashioned stick-shift.
New VW Golf Cabriolet goes on sale across Europe
4th July 2011
The much rumoured Golf Cabriolet was first seen a few weeks back at the Geneva Motor Show as a fabric topped alternative to the Eos hardtop convertible. It’s now reaching showrooms and order books are open for the new car.
Lexus IS 250C Limited Edition
29th June 2011
A few lucky british drivers will be treated to a limited edition version of the Lexus IS 250C the brand’s mid size premium convertible. All 50 cars will have a distinctive black and red semi-aniline leather interior and individually numbered badges inside the glovebox.
Rolls-Royce Masterpiece London 2011 Drophead Coupé
28th June 2011
Masterpiece is London’s fair of the world’s finest luxuries and antiques. In its second year it is an eye-popping affair however this year brings something special of the four-wheeled variety.
Porsche plans new entry-level roadster
25th June 2011
The rumours are strong of a new Porsche roadster to fit beneath the Boxster in the range. The new car will be based on Volkswagen’s BlueSport roadster platform which has been under development for some time.
The Boxster has been a massive success for Porsche bringing the brand mainstream success while boasting best-in-class handling and quality. 300,000 cars have now been sold on the Boxster/Caymen platform in 15 years and it’s still going strong.
Chrome Audi R8 Spyder to be auctioned at Elton’s party
24th June 2011
Guests at this year’s White Tie and Tiara Ball, which as always takes place at the home of Sir Elton John and his partner David Furnish, will need to empty their jewellery boxes to avoid being outshone by the very special sports car donated by Audi for the star-studded event