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Cabriolets Becoming Harder to Find – Both New and Used The European cabriolet market is shrinking at a noticeable pace. Car manufacturers are discontinuing open-top versions in popular models, focusing instead on SUVs and electric vehicles. As a result, the number of new cabrios in showrooms is steadily declining, with fewer models being offered each … Read more
At the Seoul Mobility Show 2025, the striking Genesis X Gran Convertible Concept made its debut. This luxury soft-top convertible is presented by the brand as “the purest expression of freedom.” To me, it feels like a real competitor to the Maserati GranCabrio – plenty of space for four people and a refined, luxury design. … Read more
Short history In 2008 BMW lopped the roof off the first-generation 1 Series and created the E88 Cabrio. Its fully electric soft-top folds beneath an aluminium deck in 22 s, while the classic rear-wheel drive and 50:50 balance stayed intact. A 2011 facelift added LED tail-lights and an updated iDrive. Production ended in 2013, the … Read more
Convertible with X-TOP Convertibles are all about freedom and an unfiltered connection with the surroundings, yet it’s the roof design that determines their everyday usability, acoustic comfort and styling. Below is a short overview of the most popular roof types found in open-top cars. Available roof types Hardtop A multi-panel rigid roof made of metal … Read more
VW Cabriolet – A Volkswagen Classic Among Convertibles When you say “VW Cabriolet,” most car enthusiasts immediately picture the iconic Golf with a soft top – personally, I see the first-generation Golf, and more recently, the T-Roc. But the Volkswagen Cabrio isn’t just about the Golf – it’s an entire lineup of stylish cars that … Read more
