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THE COUPE ITERATION OF PORSCHE’S latest 911 has amassed
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accolades quicker than it accelerates to 60 mph. The car is lighter,
more agile, yet grew enough to finally incorporate usable 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. The 2020 911 Cabriolet starts at $110,200.
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.
Being a 911, it is in the Cabriolet’s nature to Schedule a private test drive today,
shine when pushed. The torque provided by the at Porsche West Palm Beach.
two turbochargers will quickly cause new seat
indentations. The lightning shifts of the PDK
transmission provide an endless stream of thrust,
while a firm press on the brake pedal invites the Every one of us should be so lucky as to drive a
marque’s legendary stopping prowess to the party. droptop 911 once in our lives—few are fortunate
Such is the magic of this generation’s chassis that enough to embrace the opportunity every day.
no matter how frantic the inputs, the results are Individuals with the means to spend over six-figures
always smooth. on a vehicle will be hard pressed to find a better
choice. The 2020 911 excels at nearly everything—
The exterior redesign has produced perhaps the and in terms of dynamism, the Cabriolet twists the
most sophisticated take on the 911’s iconic shape yet. knob to the proverbial 11. The advanced technology
Nearly all hard lines have been exchanged for wide, and safety features combined with the classic rear-
sweeping curves. Gone are the narrow rear fenders engined sports car experience are the perfect recipe
typically found on two-wheel drive models—rather, for a potential “forever car.”
all 911s now enjoy a voluptuous derrière. Its road
presence in undeniable, and the 992 is the first
911 in decades to distinguish itself from the prior
generation at a mere glance.
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.

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