New Bentley Drop-Top Going into Production

While the Drophead Coupe is not expected to sell anywhere near as well as the two Continental models, it will nevertheless be

The Arnage Drophead Coupe is proof positive that beauty comes at a price. (Photo: Bentley Motors)

successful in its own way; by acting as a halo product, the result of a rarified prestige that comes from being the world's most expensive four-seat convertible - a title it will hold until Rolls-Royce comes to market with its Phantom-based droptop. But despite being proof positive that beauty comes at a price, Arnage Drophead Coupe is also expected to be profitable, although on a much smaller scale than the Continental series.

The Crewe-based carmaker will announce further details, including full technical specifications, market availability and pricing, closer to when the new model becomes available in spring of 2006.