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] mdixter: I’m not understanding the desire for an AWD luxe convertible. Why do you need to understand it? People have different priorities. The OP likes them and can afford them.

[image] mdixter: I’m not understanding the desire for an AWD luxe convertible Then, there was the Suzuki X-90, which wasn’t at all “luxe”, and wasn’t exactly a convertible. Apparently, that company thought that there was a market for a badly-proportioned AWD 2-seater with removable roof pan…

[image] jtsanders: People have different priorities. Yep. As a teenager I couldn’t understand why my dad’s (50+) friend traded in his 240Z for a Seville. Now, I do!

[image] mdixter: Probably just me, but I’m not understanding the desire for an AWD luxe convertible Well, try this , my neighbor can take his 3 grandkids for ice cream at the same time and the AWD lets him drive when there is snow . Also some people would have trouble with a manual such as m…

Minnesota winters are easier to handle with AWD, winter tires would help a lot even on a Mustang or Miata.

Some convertibles are very nicely-proportioned, even if they are just a bit… large… like the Bugatti Type 41. But, it would surely have been nice to hear that 12.7 liter engine, and to drive one. [image]

So he’s driving with the top down in the winter where there’s snow? I have nothing against AWD, just don’t see the point in what I consider to be a fair weather vehicle. Sorry that your knee deprives you of one of the great lost pleasures of driving.

Even easier to handle in a hard top. The mx-5 will never be a snow car: Tires can make it better but ground clearance is too short.

Point taken. Clearly not my priority.

[image] VDCdriver: like the Bugatti Type 41. But, it would surely have been nice to hear that 12.7 liter engine, and to drive one. While wearing that spiffy suit! :smile:

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jtsanders October 25, 2024, 9:55pm 51

Enjoy your new (to you) car. Looks terrific!

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