Convertible

Review: The 2011 Jaguar XK Convertible

There's no mistaking the 2011 XK as anything other than a Jaguar. With its new more "performance oriented" nose, revamped sleek rear quarters and rear end, the XK is a beautiful machine that, especially with the top down, drew many approving glances. While the Jaguar XK's predecessors are sometimes accused of looking like an out-of-date sports car for the older set, the 2011 model has struck back with a dramatic new look. Jaguar changed the front, added chrome grilles inside the bumpers and – a neat detail – placed a serious set of louvers on the hood. The new side profile looks as good as the artfully executed rear end and it all comes together to give the XK a sleek, powerful look.

My metallic blue XK had a light beige interior that was quintessential Jaguar: An abundance of fine leather and beautiful wood trim. It's not only beautiful to look at, but that quality British leather smells…well, it just smells great.

The XK convertible has a standard 5.0-liter V8 engine that delivers 385 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque. This engine is smooth, fast and superb in every way – including its sound. While you can always hear the XK's powerful voice rumbling out of those big rear tailpipes, Jaguar has done a fine job of noise control; the cabin's quiet with the top up and there's little wind buffeting with the top down.Read more

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Alfa Romeo Announces its Most Expensive Car, Ever

by Justin Hubbell on Thu, 2009-07-23 13:05

Alfa Romeo just announced that it will be bringing its 8C Competizione Spider Convertible to the U.S. in January. Only 500 of these models will be built and 34 of them will show up here in the states.

Built in Modena, Italy, and sharing its mechanicals with the Maserati Granturismo, you can expect the 8C Spider to be a beautifully built vehicle. Equipped with a 4.7L V8 engine, this Alfa produces 450hp (335kW) at 7,000rpm. Also, the engine has been paired to a self-shifting 6-speed gearbox (with computerized selection of the gears via levers behind the steering-wheel), and a self-blocking differential unit.Read more

Infiniti G37 Convertible Now Available in Time for the Summer!

by Justin Hubbell on Mon, 2009-06-22 10:39

The Infiniti G37 Convertible houses a 3.7L V6 engine with a choice of a 7-speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters, or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission, the same as in the Coupe. The G37 Convertible produces 325hp (242kW) and the coupe boasts 328hp (245kW).

Infiniti is also launching a new marketing campaign with a new slogan: "Own the Sky."

The roof design features a three-piece folding steel top. You will also receive a Bose Open Air Sound System that dynamically changes equalization based on outside noise, vehicle speed, and top position. There is also an adaptive climate control system that adjusts fan speed in accordance to top position and vehicle speed.Read more

Infiniti Reveals New G Convertible Through … Catalog!?

by John Lentz Jr. on Wed, 2008-11-05 15:55

Yes, you read that header correctly. Infiniti is revealing their new G Convertible through Bloomingdale’s 2008 Holiday catalog. Arriving in homes tomorrow, the catalog will dedicate eight pages to the latest of luxury convertibles from Infiniti. The first 199 lucky customers to call starting at noon on November 10 will earn the privilege of being the exclusive owners of the Premiere Edition. The rest of the world will have to wait until the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 19. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for more developments about this new automobile!