15 Photos of Iconic Convertibles Through the Decades

There’s something about a convertible that just hits different. The rumble of the engine, the wind in your hair, the way every drive feels a little less ordinary. From pre-war roadsters with sweeping fenders to the sleek drop-tops of today, these photos show some of the most iconic convertibles ever built.

1. Ford Model 48 Roadster (1936)

2. Lincoln Zephyr Convertible Coupe (1940)

3. Jaguar XK140 Roadster (1952)

4. Chevrolet Corvette C1 (1953)

5. Ford Thunderbird (1955)

6. Porsche 356 Speedster (1956)

7. BMW 507 (1956)

8. Shelby Cobra (1964)

9. Ford Mustang (1965) 

10. Pontiac GTO Convertible (1969)

11. Chevrolet Camaro SS Convertible (1969)

12. Chevrolet Corvette C3 (1969)

13. Ferrari 308 GTS (1978)

14. Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z  (1988)

15. Dodge Viper (2005)

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