Despite the supercar convertible market shrinking over the years, Maserati will be making a drop-top version of its MC20. Here’s what we know about the all-new Maserati MC20 Convertible.

Accompanied by what’s possibly one of the world’s shortest press releases, were a series of images showing off a camouflaged car. Maserati claims that what you see here is the first prototype of the MC20 Convertible.

The Maserati MC20 Convertible will be the second model to come from the MC20 family, with the third being an all-electric derivative.

As a reminder, the Maserati MC20 is powered by Maserati’s first in-house-designed engine in 20 years, the new carbon fibre-tubbed andbutterfly-doored MC20is powered by a twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6. It utilises its lightweight bodyand advanced aerodynamics to accelerate from standstill to 100 kph in less than 2.9 sec and on to a top speed of 325 kph using an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.

Total outputs are pegged at463 kW at 7500 rpm and 730 Nm of torque from 3 000 to 5500 rpm.We’re yet to have a drive, but the new Maserati MC20 will be touching down in SA in 2022. Top Gear calls it “a highly engaging and authentic supercar that also slips surprisingly persuasively into elegant GT mode” so consider us excited.

While we all love supercars (who doesn’t?), the associated compromises can heavily dent the experience. No-one likes a back-breakingly firm ride and looking like a contortionist getting in and out.

Expect to see the MC20 Convertible revealed sometime in 2022.

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