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View Poll Results: What is the best convertible for the summer?
BMW 6 series (Convertible model) 26 32.91%
Jaguar XK (Convertible model) 2 2.53%
Mercedes-Benz SL 31 39.24%
Lexus SC 2 2.53%
Cadillac XLR 1 1.27%
Porsche 911 (Convertible model) 17 21.52%
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Old 06-20-2007, 05:48 AM   #11
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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

Ah....just my kind of topic!

Well everyone here knows which car does it for me in this group - the SL. It simply owns this segment and it does so while being one of the elder members of the group. The SL has the design, heritage, and engine options all over these other cars. Some of the newer model do match it in the pretty contest, but just barely. For me they rank:

1. SL55 AMG with the 030 pack
2. M6
3. 911 Carrera 4S Cabrio
4. XKR
5. XLR-V
6. SC430.

The Lexus SC430 is in way over its head. It is as you Euro guys say, the ultimate pensioner's car. It is nothing to look at or drive, but it has the usual Lexus qualities and that is why it still sells pretty good here.

The XLR is just plain wierd looking in pics, and barely comes together in real life. It is also cheaply constructed, plastic inside and out and an interior only General Motors could thing is worth the price they're asking for it.

The XKR is simply gorgeous and once it gets that 500hp V8 it will be the best alternative to the German iron we've yet seen from Jaguar.

The 911 Cabrio is traditional favorite. I really love the widebody 4S model with the top down. Like a women with big, but perfectly shaped hips.

Ah..the runner up to the SL....the M6 Cabrio. Absolutley love this car. Give me one in that metallic black with the brown leather, stunning.

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Old 06-20-2007, 07:16 AM   #12
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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

Quite an interesting topic. Summer fanboy wars

Anyway, my choise would be the 6er. No question. Reasons:
Desing: It's just my favourite of the banch. The reason is quite objective but design is a matter of personal taste.

History: The 6er has a well-known history that we all know about.

Power: The car is a cabrio, which means that it is more to just have some fun and go out is style rather than having driving thrillements. Of course the 6er has enough power to go out in style and to give you a huge smile when you press the gas pedal!

Interior/Exterior: Again, as a matter of personal taste, the combination of lines on the 6er cab. is fabulous!
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Old 06-20-2007, 07:32 AM   #13
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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

With the right colors the M6 Cabrio can be damn sexy. If it wasnt for the M6 I would go with a Jaguar or a SL.

630i-650i < SL and XKR
M6 > SL and XKR

I would never buy a Porsche Convertible. Porsche with a roof over a Convertible.



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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

That first pic is the color combo I had in mind when talking about the M6.

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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

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That first pic is the color combo I had in mind when talking about the M6.

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On a side note, White exterior with red interior is hot as well
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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

Yeah that is my M6 Cabrio right there. They had one just like it at the Detroit show this past January, stunning. There is a member here that hates this color combo, I expect him to comment shortly...lol!

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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

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There is a member here that hates this color combo, I expect him to comment shortly...lol!

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Here i am and yes, i hate it! Mainly due to that leather color...

Blue 6er cab with white interior (see above) is what i'd take, but since i'm not a fan of cabrios i won't vote. Plus, i have to admit, the SL is giving me hard time, i just love it!

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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

I voted for the SL!! I love this car and if I had the money, I would definitely buy one. SL 550 or SL 55 AMG - in silver and red leather seats, like this one:

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Re: Summer Convertible BATTLE (SL vs 6 series vs 911)!

Choice:SL
Next Choice: 6er

Interior
1st: SL
2nd: Jag

Exterior
1st: SL
2nd 6er
3rd: Jag

Somehow, 911/Cadillac/Lexus designs dont appeal to me. Esp the lexus. dated design.
Cadillac is just too angular

cant really comment on power/drive. too young for that
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cant really comment on power/drive. too young for that
It's okay, most of the fun in a cabrio is the posing.
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