What I mean is that the Z4's top is "Fully" Automatic and the S2k's top has a mechanical release and automatic fold function. So, the S2k's top might be the fastest manual and mechanically operated top.

 

Ya I hear ya. In reality, it doesn't really matter, the roof on both cars comes down pretty quickly for a motorized roof. Can't compare to the Miata which will pretty much beat anything

I always get a laugh out of that "race" though -- Actually that entire show is funny, plus they review the M3 CSL in that episode.

 

I don't really care which top is faster. I do enjoy the motorized operation and good design, of which our cars have a lot inside and out.

 

It's not the fact that it's manual as much as it is that the design require the driver to leave and re-enter the vehicle twice to operate the top in either direction.

The MX-5 has a very well designed manual soft top that most people can operate easily from their seat with one hand.

 

Wow! That's off topic.

 

It's called form over function. Apparently GM was going for a very clean look with the top stowed at the expense of ease of use and storage.

Different strokes for different folks, but it makes the car useless for me.

 

Yeah! that the best designed top ever!