I’m in the market for an AWD convertible, and am currently considering Audi A5/S5 and BMW 4-series. I have test-driven both brands, and enjoyed both. The Internet appears split on which one people prefer. Any thoughts on that comparison? I’m currently considering a 2022 Audi and a 2018 BMW. The BM…

[image] jtsanders: I think the catfish grill in the 2018 Lexus IS 300 is ugly as do many people. You might like it @Clueless33 . I actually don’t like it. It’s a predator grill. [image]

I prefer the Audi’s looks. And what could go wrong with this? [image] [image]

This was the only hardtop convertible that got the looks right, IMO. All the others’ proportions are off a bit: [image]

You don’t think that the Pontiac G6 was equally beautiful? :smirk: [image]

Nice enough, maybe a little big in the ‘hips’. But I’ll admit I’ve never seen one of those on the road. Or maybe you’re pulling my chain…

I see Pontiac G6 convertibles in my area, and on Car Talk. [image] Obscure sources for GM catalytic converters? My friend will likely need to replace the bank 1 cat on his 2008 Pontiac G6 GT convertible

[image] texases: All the others’ proportions are off a bit: I think most people would agree that the proportions were just a bit “off” with Ford’s folding hardtops. [image]

Yep, a BIG trunk needed for that Ford. Even Ferrari didn’t get it right: [image]

Here’s a bit of trivia, regarding those Ford folding hardtops: I’ve read several sources which stated they didn’t share any body panels with other Fords–even the soft-top convertibles. That must have made it a net negative when it came to profit, but I suspect that, at least, the hoods and front f…

[image] VDCdriver: I’ve read several sources which stated they didn’t share any body panels with other Fords–even the soft-top convertibles. That sounds right. Compared to the BMW, Ford had to retract a much bigger structure into the trunk: [image]

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I see Pontiac G6 convertibles in my area, and on Car Talk.

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