Summer Exotic Car Rental Tips for Sarasota

Summer in Sarasota is hot and humid, with afternoon thunderstorms common across Florida. An exotic rental still works well; you just plan the day around the weather.

Drive early or late

Mornings and evenings are the most pleasant time to be in an open car. Midday sun is strongest, so use that time for lunch, the beach or a stop in air conditioning.

Sun protection

Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat you can secure make a top-down drive comfortable. See our convertible packing list for details.

Watch the sky

If a storm builds, close the roof early and slow down. Our guide on driving an exotic car in Florida rain covers wet-road basics.

Parking and heat

Choose shaded or covered parking when you can, and let the cabin cool before getting in. Our parking and valet tips explain how to leave the car in the right hands.

Pick the right car

If you do not want to worry about the roof at all, a hardtop coupe or an SUV keeps the cabin cool and dry. The Mercedes-AMG GT C coupe, the Bentayga and the Escalade ESV are all fixed-roof choices.