Did Mitsubishi 3000gt have a convertible?

Answer 1

Yes. The 3000GT regular hatchback model was built in Nagoya, Japan without hatches or rear-quarter windows. At the factory they add strengthened A-pillars and specially tuned springs and shocks which is exclusive to the Spyder. Then it is shipped to the U.S. And transported in closed trucks to ASC.. ASC (American Sunroof Corporation) later renamed to American Specialty Cars would then go to work cutting off the roof and adding reinforcement to the car. This was the first American folding hardtop convertible since the 1957 Ford Skyliner. The Spyder was made in VR4 and SL models. The VR4 boasted 320 HP, all wheel drive, all wheel steering and adjustable suspension while the SL was FWD and 222 HP and none of the goodies. Approx 1600 were built, split fairly evenly between the two models.

With the push of a single button, the roof retracts into the trunk in about 35 seconds.

The VR4 version cost over $65,000 when new, and is considered a collectible car.

See http://www.3000GTSpyder.com for complete details, magazine articles, photos, original Mitsubishi press kit and more.

Also try http://www.3000gtSpyderRegistry.com/asc.html to see ASC building the 3000GT Spyder.