With classic Aston Martins fetching prices steadily heading into the stratosphere getting behind the wheel of something like a DB5 is becoming restricted to the privileged few. One alternative now comes in a miniature size.
Convertible Car News: Luxury Convertible Cars
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Convertible should make production
16th September 2013
Mercedes Benz have indicated that there is a high likelihood of an S-Class Convertible model as part of the new platform. The Mercedes S-Class Convertible is likely to closely resemble the Coupe (pictured here) which was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The Coupe is officially a concept but is said to be very close […]
Jaguar F-Type 2013 World Car Design of the Year
1st April 2013
The acclaimed Jaguar F-Type design has had no shortage of attention thanks to its exotic looks and an impressive media campaign. Even before the first cars have reached dealers it has began to notch up awards.
Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible Revealed
7th January 2013
Bentley’s GTC has long been an exceptional convertible car in both performance and luxury. The latest model to be revealed – the Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible with its top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h) takes the concept even further as the world’s fastest four-seat convertible car.
Maserati GranCabrio MC
26th September 2012
When the GranTurismo MC Stradale was unveiled there were fears that it would be another track-bred car that was harsh and difficult to manage on normal roads but it turned out to be a very pleasant surprise. The normal adaptive damping was thrown out for a more traditional passive system and the chassis was lightened […]
Aston Martin DB9 Volante updated
21st September 2012
Only eighteen months after its release the Aston Martin Virage has been dropped from the luxury sports car makers range and replaced with an updated DB9 wearing very similar bodywork.
Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept
26th August 2012
The Bentley Azure was for many years the ultimate luxury convertible. Sat at the top of the Bentley range it was big, opulent and expensive. Since 2011 when the Azure T finished its production run the mid-range Bentley Continental GTC has left to hold the convertible flag. Things may be due to change soon as Bentley are working on an Azure successor to compete with the Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe at the pinnacle of automotive extravagance.
Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster Revealed
5th July 2012
A Roadster version of the Aston Martin V12 Vantage seemed an inevitable development but it has taken three years to come around. Finally you can get your hands on a convertible V12 Vantage which should keep convertible fans happy while they wait for a drop-top version of the recently announced Vanquish.