Sneak Peek: 2004 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Today, Porsche Cars North America announced the introduction of the 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet for the 2004 model year. The 2004 Carrera 4S Cabriolet features a 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine that can push the cloth-topped car to a maximum track speed of 174 mph, matching that of the current 911 Carrera 4S Coupe. The Cabriolet accelerates to 62 mph in just 5.3 seconds, two tenths of a second slower than the Coupe. This is commendable given the additional 154 lbs. in weight carried by the Cabriolet.
The soft top of the Carrera 4S Cabriolet is made from high-quality fabric and features zigzag folding. It takes a mere 20 seconds or so for the roof to unlock and fold back neatly beneath a protective cover.
Its rear wing emphasizes the lines of this model, which is 2.36 inches wider than that of the 911 Carrera. The Carrera 4S Cabriolet borrows the characteristic light strip between the rear lights from the Carrera 4S Coupe.
This Cabriolet employs the Turbo brake system with perforated and internally ventilated 13-inch brake discs. Eighteen-inch light alloy wheels with tires measuring 225/40 on the front axle and 295/30 on the rear axle transfer the braking power to the road. This model, as well as the Turbo, can be fitted with Porsche's ceramic brake system, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
The Carrera 4S Cabriolet comes with an extensive range of standard equipment, including metallic paint, full leather interior, a removable hardtop, and wind deflector. It will be available beginning in October starting at a Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price of $93,200.