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
You’re thinking, “I want a cabrio—actually, the cheapest cabrio out there.” Cue the 206 CC flashing through your mind. But those “CC” letters cover a whole French crew: from the pocket-sized 206 to the laid-back 308, all with a hardtop that folds like origami and often costs less than a brand-new scooter. The Peugeot CC … Read more
Keeping it chill We’re not hunting traffic-light trophies or shaving milliseconds off the 0-to-100 sprint. Top speed? Meh – on the autobahn a limiter or a speed camera will win that game anyway. And the trademark diesel clatter? Sure, it can grate while you’re idling in city traffic, but out on the open road it … Read more
Mercedes-Benz SLK R171. The second-generation Mercedes SLK (factory code R171) made its debut in 2004 as the successor to the popular R170. Compared to the first iteration of this iconic roadster, the R171 brought more elegance, modern technology, and styling cues inspired by the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren supercar. A mini-SLR, if you will… and the … Read more