Which would you have? All things (price) being equal, which would you prefer to have in your driveway? . The Roadster is MINI’s first open top with a completely manual mechanism. In addition there are no pop-up roll-bars as in the Convertible but instead fixed roll-hoops similar to BMW’s Z3 from the late 90′s. All this reduces weight and brings the center of gravity lower than in any MINI before it. However it also reduces the utility as compared with the four seat R57 convertible. More...
All things being equal I would buy the Roadster in a heartbeat over the Convertible. No disrespect meant to convertible owners. I believe MINI may have hit a home run with the Roadster. My next MINI will be another tin top though.
Wholeheartedly agree on points #1 and #2. As far as the next MINI...well, we'll see when the time comes. :wink:
If the stars align, MINI Roadster will be in the garage replacing Scooter or if the CM does not hold up, it will go.
Motor Trend's take: "Given that the rear seats in a four-place Mini Convertible are tiny, opting for the two-seat Roadster doesn't even sacrifice any real practicality." 2012 Mini Roadster First Look - Motor Trend
I love the looks of the roadster, but I'd have to go with the convertible, so our yellow lab could go on rides too! Dave
