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1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible Drive: Going Above and Beyond
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1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible Drive: Going Above and Beyond

Car and Driver · Apr 28, 2026, 12:20 PM

Key takeaways

  • Pete Lyons|Car and Driver From the November 1984 issue of Car and Driver.
  • Jerry attempts to rea­son: "But, dear, it's not practical up here in the mountains.
  • In architectural theory, what's missing from a building counts for more than what is there; that is to say, the enclosed volume is considered more significant than the structure forming that volume.

Why this matters: an automotive development that could shape industry direction or buying decisions.

Pete Lyons|Car and Driver From the November 1984 issue of Car and Driver.

Joy wants a convertible. Says she's always wanted a convertible. Jerry attempts to rea­son: "But, dear, it's not practical up here in the mountains. It would only be good half the year, if that. Now, if we ever live down in the flatlands again . . ." Joy interrupts him: "We used to live in San Diego, and we didn't have a convertible. I drove station wagons for sixteen years. I want a convert­ible. Now."

In architectural theory, what's missing from a building counts for more than what is there; that is to say, the enclosed volume is considered more significant than the structure forming that volume. In the same way, a convertible is primarily important for not having something—a rigid roof. A convertible may be less of a car, but it can offer more in terms of state of mind.

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