2013 Porsche Boxster
Porsche has just lifted the curtain on the newest version of their popular roadster, the Boxster. The overhauled drop top has a sleeker, curvier, and more aggressive appearance akin to its future stablemate, the 918 hybrid supercar. Power will come from your choice of a 265 horsepower 2.7 liter flat six ($49,500) or the top of the line "S" model ($60,900) which packs 3.4 liter with 315 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds. Link
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Video | 2013 Mercedes Benz SL
Mercedes' releases some official video of the next generation SL roadster and showcases new features like the front bass system, "Magic Vision Control", and other new features debuting in the iconic drop top.
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2013 Mercedes Benz SL
The latest iteration of Daimler's iconic roadster has been leaked and we've gotta admit the styling is going to take some getting used to. The sleek curves have been replaced with boxier, more aggressive lines and a longer overall profile. No word on engine options just yet, so stay tuned until we hear more. Link
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2013 Hennessey Venom Spyder
What's the best way to enjoy 1,200 horsepower? With the top down, of course. The speedfreaks at Hennessey are unveiling the Venom GT Spyder ($1,100,000), a roof-less version of the already obnoxiously fast twin-turbo V8-powered hypercar. Link
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2012 Porsche Cabriolet
Porsche introduces the new drop-top sibling of the 2012 911 Coupe which brings a new roof design that maintains the signature roof line we all know and love. The new roof uses magnesium to keep things light while also providing improved fuel efficiency. Power-wise the cabriolets will share the same flat-six engines as its coupe equivalent, the 3.4 liter 350 hp variant and the 3.8 liter 400 hp engine at the top end. Link
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2012 Jaguar XKR-S Convertible
As if the XKR-S Coupe wasn't enough, Jaguar has just unveiled the drop-top version ($138,000) for those of you who need an unobstructed front-row seat to the symphony that is 550 horsepower. Jaguar retooled the aerodynamics of the convertible to achieve the same performance of its hard-top stablemate: a top speed of 186 mph and a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds. Link
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2012 Bentley Continental GTC
Bentley's second generation Continental GTC ($212,800) has officially been revealed and its quite the looker. The sculpted lines definitely give the car a much more imposing presence versus the softer curves of the original. As for power, the GTC will feature a 6.0L twin-turbo W12 capable of propelling to car from zero to sixty in 4.5 seconds while on its way to a top speed of 195 miles per hour. The new GTC is now available for pre-order and will arrive later in the year. Link
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2012 Mercedes Benz SLK55 AMG
The SLK gets the AMG treatment for 2012 and also becomes the most powerful SLK Mercedes has ever produced. Powered by a 5.5L V8, the throaty roadster will push out 415 horsepower and hit a 0-60 time in 4.5 seconds. Other features include a 7 speed AMG Speedshift transmission, cylinder shutoff for improved fuel efficiency, and the new AMG Sport exhaust system that lets you enjoy a bellowing soundtrack of engine noise when you're hitting the backroads with the top down. Link
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Bentley Supersports "Ice Speed Record" Convertible
Celebrating rally champion Juha Kankkunen's recording breaking, 205.48 mile per hour run on the frozen Baltic Sea, Bentley is releasing a limited edition 100 model run deemed the "Ice Speed Record" convertible. The biofuel-based car utilizes a 6.0 liter twin-turbo W12 that takes the car to 60mph in 3.8 seconds and 0-100 in just 9.5 seconds. Link
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Porsche Boxster S Black Edition
Looks like the boys in Stuttgart are on a Skunk Works kick with another addition to the Black Edition line. The Boxster S (limited to 987 cars) gets the stealth treatment with a bottom to top makeover in black. From the wheels to the roll-over bars and even the twin tailpipes get blacked out to create this special edition. Its not all cosmetic, the car gets a 10 horsepower boost for a total of 320 hp which help takes the German drop top from 0-62 in just 5.2 seconds. Link
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