Page 18 - CLub Braman 2020 Fall-Winter Magazine

THE CAB
THE COUPE ITERATION OF PORSCHE’S latest 911 has amassed
accolades quicker than it accelerates to 60 mph. The car is lighter,
more agile, yet grew enough to finally incorporate useable rear
seats. However, the perfect drive is never complete without the
option to amplify the experience outside the constraints of a roof,
especially in South Florida. Right on schedule, the new 2020 911
Cabriolet has arrived to stake its claim as the ultimate do-it-all
vehicle for the discerning motorist.
This isn’t to say the droptop is perfect—decades of safety and
technological innovation have resulted in a high belt line
that removes some of the harsher elements of the open air
experience—but the trade off is the ability to easily have a
conversation with your passenger while at speed. If ever one finds
themselves longing for a “raw” experience however, the exhaust
pipes are more than happy to oblige. The throaty engine note
seemingly emanates from just behind the driver’s ear, despite the
is here the burbles are intoxicating, urging constant jabs at the throttle.
aforementioned extra rear space. Whether in Sport mode or not,

Thus any sacrifice in terms of isolation from the outside world is
balanced by a more intimate relationship with the vehicle itself.

With the top removed, the driver is
presented with an unencumbered
360-degree view. Tight parking
garages and oblivious commuters
distracted by their smartphones are
easily navigable. Should the time
come to make a call of your own, the
insulated roof rises with incredible
speed and blocks out all but the
most offensive of road noise. The
interior instantly becomes a cocoon
of comfort and convenience, with
fit and finishes worthy of the price
tag. As with all modern Porsches,
one is never left wanting for more
headroom or seat adjustability.