The Mercedes-AMG GT goes soft (top) next fall LICENSE

On the outside, the GT C gets the wider rear fenders of the top-tier GT R, which house wider wheels and tires. The GT C also hides active rear steering, AMG RIDE CONTROL adjustable suspension and an electronic limited-slip differential under those fenders. The upgraded model gets the AMG performance exhaust system, as well. The regular GT makes do with AMG Sport suspension, a mechanical limited-slip differential and rear wheels that don't steer

The two roadsters have more in common up front. The two cars share front fascias and electronically controlled grille shutters that stay closed for better aerodynamics, but can open to allow for additional cooling. The GT C gets larger front brakes and an extra "RACE" mode for the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that speeds up shifts and adds "highly emotional sound."

Inside, you get pretty standard Mercedes-AMG GT fare with a low, wide dash, a tall center console, lots of leather and an iPad-esque center screen. The big news here is that you can choose a light beige interior for the first time on a GT. You can also coordinate it with three soft top colors: red, black and beige.

If you want one of these drop-top GTs, you'll need to wait until next year. The roadsters will hit US dealers sometime in the fall, with the GT R coupe launching first. Pricing has yet to be announced for the convertibles, but expect the GT Roadster to have a noticeable premium over the GT coupe's $112,125 base price, and the GT C Roadster to slot somewhere between the GT S coupe's $132,125 and the unannounced price of the GT R.

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