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Ford's Dark Horse SC Convertible becomes the company’s most powerful Mustang drop-top yet, packing a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 with 795 hp and a seven-speed dual-clutch, tuned for everyday comfort with MagneRide and new color options; pricing isn’t announced, orders open this fall, and deliveries are planned for spring 2027, echoing the spirit of the 1968 KR GT500.
Ford Authority reports the 2027 Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible debuts as an 800-horsepower open-top variant, expanding the Dark Horse lineup with a high-performance drop-top.
Ford's Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible debuts as the first high-performance soft-top Mustang in 13 years, packing the same 795 hp/660 lb-ft supercharged 5.2L V8 as the coupe, a rear-drive seven-speed dual-clutch, and MagneRide four-corner suspension tuned for top-down grand touring; built on the GT convertible platform with aero tweaks, new colors, and pricing to be announced later, with orders this fall and deliveries next spring.
A barn-find 1968 Plymouth Hemi GTX Convertible—one of just 24 Hemi convertibles from 1968—was found in upstate New York after more than 50 years, retaining matching-numbers 426/425 hp Hemi V8 and TorqueFlite, with about 34k miles. It has undergone mechanical recommissioning (brake lines, fuel system, distributor, exhaust, radiator, etc.), a new top and interior, and will cross Mecum’s block later this month. The car exemplifies Plymouth’s ‘gentleman’s muscle car’ ethos and is among the era’s rarest production muscle cars.
The Porsche 911 GT3 S/C is a lightweight open-top variant of the GT3 that preserves the core GT3 experience with carbon-fiber components, a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six producing 502 hp, and a 12-second roof operation. Weighing about 3322 lb, it stays close to the GT3 Touring suspension, pairs a manual gearbox (the only option) with precise, effortless shifts, and delivers roughly 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a top speed near 194 mph (roof up). Priced around $275,000 and expected to be limited in production, the S/C is arguably the purest open-top GT3—potentially the last of the era for internal-combustion GT3s.
A tech writer argues that Google’s upcoming Googlebook could finally fix the clunky ChromeOS tablet mode by using an Android-based foundation, allowing a true native tablet experience when the keyboard is folded and a polished desktop-like workflow when in laptop mode, potentially delivering a premium, cross‑form‑factor convertible this fall—though execution remains to be seen.
The article traces why certain Corvette years never offered convertibles: the 1975 model year went coupe-only amid the oil crisis, horsepower cuts, and rollover-safety concerns; the convertible finally returned in 1986 with the C4, but in far lower numbers than the coupe, and Chevrolet kept a coupe-only stance again for 1997 before reintroducing the convertible with the C5 in 1998. Today, open-top ambitions have waned as buyers shift toward other open-air options, like the Jeep Wrangler, leaving some Corvette years without a drop-top.
Porsche reveals the 2027 911 GT3 S/C, the first series-production GT3 convertible, pairing a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat-six with 502 hp to a rear-wheel‑drive, six‑speed manual, sprinting from 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds and hitting a 194 mph top speed. The two‑seat cabriolet features a power-folding roof that opens in 12 seconds, carbon-fiber body parts, standard carbon-ceramic brakes, magnesium wheels, and a bespoke interior with options like Exclusive Manufaktur’s Street Style Package. A rear storage box adds 2.8 cu ft of cargo space, and the model starts at $275,350 with several weight-saving and performance upgrades included in the price.
Porsche expands the 911 lineup with the GT3 S/C, a two‑seat convertible that features a fully automated fabric roof (12 seconds to open/close up to 31 mph) and a wind deflector, adopting a front double‑wishbone suspension and CFRP components to closely mirror the GT3 coupe. Powered by a 4.0L naturally aspirated flat‑six producing 502 hp, it reaches 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds and 194 mph top speed, with only a manual transmission. Weighing about 3,322 lb, it uses weight‑saving materials like magnesium wheels and optional CFRP seats; US pricing starts at $275,350 and it arrives this fall. Unlike the Speedster, it’s not a limited‑run model and signals Porsche’s push to broaden the 911 lineup while sales trend upward.
The Toyota 2000GT, a 1960s Japanese supercar, had only 351 built and just two were converted into open-top convertibles for the James Bond film You Only Live Twice; these film props had no real tops and remain among the most coveted rare cars, with coupe versions fetching seven-figure prices.
Ferrari is reportedly launching the Amalfi Spider, a folding-roof drop-top version of the Amalfi Coupe, expected to debut in early March. It uses the same 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 (631 hp/560 Nm) as the coupe, with a convertible weight likely pushing 0-60 mph to about 3.5 seconds. The interior should remain largely unchanged with more physical controls, and US pricing is expected to be around $270,000.
Ferrari is reportedly ready to unveil the Amalfi Spider, a convertible variant of the Amalfi coupe, in early March. It would use the same twin-turbo 3.9-liter V8 producing 631 hp, with a 0–62 mph time around 3.3 seconds, and Ferrari intends to launch multiple new models this year as part of a broader plan for about 20 models by the decade’s end.
Mercedes-Benz is reintroducing the G-Class cabriolet, a convertible version of its iconic SUV, in response to fan demand, with production starting soon and available globally, including in the US. The brand is also exploring electric versions and a smaller, more affordable electric G-Class by 2027.
Acer's new Chromebook Plus Spin 514, powered by MediaTek's efficient Arm chip, offers promising battery life and a versatile touchscreen design, making it a competitive alternative in the Chromebook market, especially for those who value convertible features and decent port options.
The Framework Laptop 12 is a well-built, upgrade-friendly 12.2-inch convertible laptop with touchscreen support, modular components, and Linux compatibility, offering a durable and versatile device suitable for Linux users and those seeking a customizable 2-in-1 device.