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Best convertible cars 2025 – evo's favourite open-air thrillers
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Best convertible cars 2025 – evo's favourite open-air thrillers

There's nothing quite like an open-top performance car – these are the best of the current crop
16 Dec 2024
Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo 2024 review – a worthy Aston Martin DB12 Volante alternative?
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Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo 2024 review – a worthy Aston Martin DB12 Volante alternative?

While not as sharp as some of its rivals, the drop-top GranCabrio strikes a pleasing balance, retaining the outstanding GT abilities of the hardtop
19 Nov 2024
Jaguar F-Type (2020 - 2024) facelift review
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Jaguar F-Type (2020 - 2024) facelift review

The updated Jaguar F-Type appeals on style and image, but there’s no escaping its age against razor-sharp rivals
8 Nov 2024
​Mercedes CLE Cabriolet review – two doors, four seats and six cylinders in a desirable drop-top GT
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In-depth reviews

​Mercedes CLE Cabriolet review – two doors, four seats and six cylinders in a desirable drop-top GT

The convertible CLE melds elements of the C and E-class into a sleek package, offering a smooth, refined drive in six-cylinder form
28 Oct 2024
BMW Skytop V8 roadster to go into limited production
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BMW Skytop V8 roadster to go into limited production

Just 50 examples of the M8-based Skytop are expected to be made, priced at over £400,000 each
11 Oct 2024

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2025 Mini Convertible is petrol only for now
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2025 Mini Convertible is petrol only for now

Soft-top Mini gets either a 161bhp or 201bhp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine
9 Oct 2024
Aston Martin DB12 Volante 2024 review – Britain’s Ferrari beater?
Aston Martin DB12 Volante
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Aston Martin DB12 Volante 2024 review – Britain’s Ferrari beater?

The drop-top version of Aston Martin’s ‘super tourer’ has arrived, complete with the same 671bhp V8 and 202mph top speed. But the need for a calmer so…
31 Jul 2024
Best roadsters
Best roadsters 2024
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The best roadsters offer big thrills with minimal compromises - these are evo’s favourites from past and present
22 Jul 2024
MG Cyberster 2024 review – stunning to look at, but not to drive
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MG Cyberster 2024 review – stunning to look at, but not to drive

MG is building roadsters again, this time powered by batteries. Can the Cyberster deliver a convincing open-top driving experience?
26 Jun 2024
The Bentley Batur Convertible is a 740bhp drop-top tribute to the W12
Bentley Batur Convertible
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The Bentley Batur Convertible is a 740bhp drop-top tribute to the W12

Launched as its third coachbuilt model of the modern era, the drop-top Batur is Bentley’s most powerful convertible ever
7 May 2024
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Maserati's GranCabrio Folgore is an electric drop-top with MC12 power
Maserati GranCabrio Folgore
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Maserati's GranCabrio Folgore is an electric drop-top with MC12 power

The range-topping Maserati GranCabrio Folgore has been unveiled as the first all-electric open-top GT, joining the V6-powered Trofeo in the lineup
16 Apr 2024
Porsche 718 Boxster review – still the benchmark
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In-depth reviews

Porsche 718 Boxster review – still the benchmark

The petrol-engined Boxster isn't long for this world, but it still represents the definitive open-top sports car experience
18 Mar 2024
2024 Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo convertible targets Ferrari Roma Spider customers
2024 Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo
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2024 Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo convertible targets Ferrari Roma Spider customers

Maserati has lifted the top on its latest GranTurismo GT, targeting Ferrari and Bentley with the convertible GranCabrio version
29 Feb 2024
New Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette – a 708bhp answer to the Maserati MC20 Cielo
Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette – front
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New Hennessey H700 C8 Corvette – a 708bhp answer to the Maserati MC20 Cielo

Hennessey's H700 is a Corvette convertible with sledgehammer performance. Is it a genuine supercar alternative?
27 Feb 2024
Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG (2004-2015): review, specs and buying guide
Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG (R171)
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Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG (2004-2015): review, specs and buying guide

A 5.5-litre V8 wedged into a pint-sized roadster is a recipe for success. We look at the history of the Mercedes-Benz SLK55 and how to buy one today
30 Jan 2024
Ferrari Roma Spider 2024 review – can it capture the coupe's brilliance?
Ferrari Roma Spider
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Ferrari Roma Spider 2024 review – can it capture the coupe's brilliance?

Forget the California. With this new open-top version of the Roma, Ferrari at last has an entry-level convertible it can be proud of
29 Dec 2023
The Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance is the most powerful SL ever
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The Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance is the most powerful SL ever

The drop-top SL has received Affalterbach’s S E Performance hybrid treatment, but that doesn’t mean a downsized four-cylinder…
11 Dec 2023
Mercedes-AMG SL63 2023 review – a match for the Bentley Continental GTC?
Mercedes-AMG SL63 4Matic+ review
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Mercedes-AMG SL63 2023 review – a match for the Bentley Continental GTC?

The SL55 finished last at eCoty 2022. Does a performance and chassis upgrade make the SL63 more convincing?
10 Nov 2023
The Ares Wami Lalique Spyder is a 20-year-old BMW made to look like a Maserati
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The Ares Wami Lalique Spyder is a 20-year-old BMW made to look like a Maserati

Just 12 Wami Lalique Spyders will be built, each based on an E85-generation BMW Z4 chassis with a mishmash of ‘50s design cues
25 Oct 2023
BMW Z4 M40i review – 2024 roadster is still no Porsche beater
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BMW Z4 M40i review – 2024 roadster is still no Porsche beater

BMW’s gently facelifted roadster offers surprising practicality and comfort in straight-six guise, but lacks dynamic edge
19 Oct 2023
2023 Ferrari Roma Spider unveiled – 611bhp GT goes topless
Ferrari Roma Spider
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2023 Ferrari Roma Spider unveiled – 611bhp GT goes topless

The Roma GT has been given the Spider treatment, launching as Ferrari’s first front-engined soft top since 1969
11 Sep 2023
Mercedes-AMG SL43 2023 review
Mercedes-AMG SL43 review
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Mercedes-AMG SL43 2023 review

Does an electrified four-cylinder powertrain bring enough glamour to the entry-level SL?
30 Jul 2023
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New 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder RS revealed as 493bhp roadster
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New 2023 Porsche 718 Spyder RS revealed as 493bhp roadster

The Rennsport formula has been applied to Porsche’s excellent 718 Spyder, bringing open-air GT4 RS thrills
9 May 2023
759bhp Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate Volante revealed
Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate Volante
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759bhp Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate Volante revealed

The limited-run DBS 770 Ultimate marks Aston Martin’s 110th anniversary, and now it’s gone topless
13 Apr 2023
Aston Martin Vantage Roadster 2023 review
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Aston Martin Vantage Roadster 2023 review

Aston Martin’s Vantage Roadster is just as rewarding to drive as the Coupe, but comes with an extra level of drama and excitement
27 Feb 2023
Formula 1 livery-inspired Mercedes-AMG SL63 Motorsport Collectors Edition revealed
Mercedes-AMG SL63 Motorsport Collectors Edition
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Formula 1 livery-inspired Mercedes-AMG SL63 Motorsport Collectors Edition revealed

Limited-run Mercedes-AMG SL63 takes inspiration from the firm’s W12 E Performance Formula 1 car
12 Jan 2023
Mercedes-AMG SL55 4Matic 2023 review
Mercedes-AMG SL55
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Mercedes-AMG SL55 4Matic 2023 review

Merc’s new SL roadster sits between chilled-out cruiser and AMG hot rod, but doesn't quite nail either personality trait...
11 Jan 2023
Porsche Boxster (986): review, history and specs of an icon
Porsche Boxster 986
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Porsche Boxster (986): review, history and specs of an icon

It was the car that saved Porsche and the original Boxster remains as sweet, sorted and satisfying today as it was 25 years ago
17 Dec 2022
Genesis X Convertible design study debuts
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Genesis X Convertible design study debuts

The convertible is part three of a series of concept cars from Genesis that included a coupe and shooting brake
16 Nov 2022
Aston Martin DBS Volante 2022 review
Aston Martin DBS Volante – rear
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Aston Martin DBS Volante 2022 review

The lack of a roof only adds to the DBS’s appeal as an immensely fast and super GT
15 Nov 2022
Mazda MX-5 updated for 2023 – new Homura to top range
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Mazda MX-5 updated for 2023 – new Homura to top range

A typical light model-year update introduces new names and some uprated brakes on the new flagship model
24 Oct 2022
Ferrari 296 GTS 2022 review
Ferrari 296 GTS
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Ferrari 296 GTS 2022 review

The 296 GTS shows near-no compromise to its tin-top relative, and is a staggeringly good open-top supercar as a result
14 Oct 2022
Lexus LC500 Convertible 2022 review
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Lexus LC500 Convertible 2022 review

Striking, charismatic and very appealing. This isn't a 911, but was never meant to be...
5 Oct 2022
BMW Z4 Roadster receives mild update for 2023
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BMW Z4 Roadster receives mild update for 2023

BMW’s two-seater roadster and twin to the Toyota Supra has been given a refresh
27 Sep 2022