Five Reasons to Buy a Convertible

As if you really need five reasons in the first place



Written by Ellis Perry

“In what might be a case of convoluted logic, data suggests it takes an above-average income and education to drive what, by all measures, is one of the least practical cars on the road. That would be a convertible.
— Jim Gorzelany, Forbes

 1. The Tan Plan, Man

GTS NART Spyder

Establish and maintain your bronze without salons, beaches, or goo. Drive yourself cocoa.

2. Vista Magnifica


shelby cobra

Enjoy the scene and the scenery as never before. What roof ever improved a sunrise, sunset, or landscape? Your sense of place — and your sense of direction — will improve immediately.

3. Each Trip a Vacation


Porsche Boxster GTS convertible

Commutes become nicer. Beep-and-creep congestion becomes easier to bear. Hopping into the cockpit of a Cabrio changes everything. Happier drivers are not necessarily safer drivers, but sad drivers are worse drivers — and it ain’t easy being miserable in a convertible.


4. Wish-Fulfillment, No Regrets


jaguar e series convertible

You’ve always wanted one. Do not let failure to purchase become a regret.

5. C’mon, it’s a Convertible


vintage mustang convertible_01

Few things are as cool. Don’t over-think it.

The Perfect Shirt for Droptops? The Cuban Collar.


Ellis Perry

SOURCE: THE GENTLEMANUAL