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Forbes Selects The Best Convertibles Of 2006
Posted on May 8, 2006 at 11:00 AM CST

Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Aerial Driving Shot

If you're in the mood to scroll through another one of Forbes' impeccable slide shows, they've just released their picks for the best convertibles of 2006.

Although the list is extensive, the lone Mercedes making the cut is the always-delectable SL65 AMG, taking Forbes' top spot in the "Ultimate German Convertible" category.

As for the rest of the picks - head over to Forbes and click through all ten advertisement-laden pages of the slide show for yourself; or, if you're like me and you can't stand slide shows, take the easy way out and view Forbes' full list below.

  • Ultimate convertible: Aston Martin DB9 Volante and Ferrari F430 Spider (tie)

  • Hottest new convertible: Cadillac XLR-V

  • All-time classic convertible: Chevrolet Corvette and Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet (tie)

  • Best convertible for raw power: Dodge Viper SRT-10

  • Ultimate Japanese convertible: Honda S2000

  • Flashiest convertible: Lamborghini Murciélago Roadster

  • Best convertible for purists: Lotus Elise

  • Best entry-level roadster: Mazda MX-5 Miata

  • Ultimate German convertible: Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG

  • Best convertible for iconoclasts: Panoz Esperante



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