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GO TOPLESS THIS SUMMER HERS GERMAN ROADSTER GUIDE BY VLAD GORENSHTEYN
9-SPEED AUTOMATIC | 414 HP | 0-60MPH 4.6S | 187 MPH | $78,175
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uch like the flavor of ice-cream you fancy, what you drive is also a tell-tale sign of your personality. With summer just around the corner, HERS and “9and3. tv” teamed up to review German rear-wheel roadsters to match your individuality so you can enjoy the days of summer topless. These German autos each have a personality, heritage, performance and sexy styling so it was a tight competition among these two-seaters, however Porsche consistently placed in pole position —we loved the extra safety options for kids and the flexibility that Porsche’s unique on-demand services have to offer, especially for days when you need the utility of an SUV; Porsche offers a concierge service that delivers whatever sized vehicle you need to your office or home through “Porsche Passport” and “Porsche Drive.” This, in addition to the racing pedigree, superior performance, as well as mid-engine placement, took the 1st place trophy. If purchasing, vehicle delivery at the Porsche Experience Center is the cherry on top. Check out our visit to Porsche NA headquarters in the video below, as well as the fine points on the runners up.
#2 MERCEDES AMG SLC 43 ROADSTER FINAL EDITION • Hard-top convertible opens in 20 seconds. • Airscarf technology to keep you warm on a cold day with the top down. • DISCTRONIC cruise control keeps equal distance with cars in traffic • Active brake-assist • Magic sky control • AMG pedigree (suspension, bi-turbo engine) • SPEEDSHIFT Paddle shifters
#1 PORSCHE 718 BOXTER S • Timeless Porsche design with modern, tasteful accents • Custom options for everything you can imagine • Mid-engine agility • Superior performance • 6-speed gear box, Ceramic composite brakes • Child safety-seat options • Porsche Experience Center delivery • Soft top, automatic tonneau closes in 10 seconds • Available via Porsche Drive & Passport
6-SPEED MANUAL | 350HP | 0-60MPH 4.4S | 177 MPH | $116,105*
8-SPEED AUTOMATIC | 382 HP | 0-60MPH 3.9S | 187 MPH | $70,895
#3 BMW Z4 SDRIVE M40I • Soft-top convertible closes in 10 seconds at up to 31mph. • Sophisticated collision protection package • Heads up display • M series racing heritage • Parking assistant automates the process • Balanced weight distribution means superb handling • Roomy interior March 2 0 2 0 | H ERS M ag az i ne 77
