With style and sleekness like nobody's business, the Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder is one of the prettiest convertibles available today. You'll get your dose of sun quickly, too, as the cloth top is down and stowed in 19 seconds.
The GS trim gets its zip from a 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder MIVEC engine that puts out 162 horsepower. MIVEC stands for Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing and lift Electronic Control; it works by adjusting air intake to supply big torque in the city and big power on the highway.
The Spyder is available with the standard 5-speed manual transmission or optional 4-speed Sportronic auto-manual transmission. Anti-lock brakes and air bags with side-impact units join in with the rigid and reinforced body to make for a safe ride.
But what is a convertible without a killer sound system? Every Spyder comes with a 9-speaker Rockford Fosgate audio system with an integrated rear subwoofer. It has a 6-CD in-dash changer and is MP3-compatible; steering wheel-mounted controls make things convenient for the driver.
Other standard features include an alarm system, remote keyless entry, and power windows, locks, and side mirrors. Specially grouped options packages allow you to fully outfit your Spyder. There is, for instance, a leather package that includes heaters for the front as well as heated side mirrors. The other packages increase the car�¢ï¿½?�?s sporty look and operation.