Cartier Roadster W62002V3 Review
“Las Vegas Roulette” Dial, Specs & Buying Guide
The Cartier Roadster is a modern-day tribute to the 1950s “golden age of the sports car” and a timeless statement of upscale style. This 43mm tall x 37mm wide stainless steel Roadster features the rare “Vegas Roulette” (aka “Porsche”) dial and stands as a definitive model in Cartier’s most ambitious modern sports watch line.
Design DNA: A Roadster on the Wrist
Debuting in the early 2000s, the Cartier Roadster turned heads with its blend of luxury sports watch versatility, automotive cues, and refined finishing. Not quite a tonneau and not quite a rectangle, the case reads like a classic roadster viewed from above with the top down—curved flanks, aerodynamic lugs, and a distinctive cambered profile for comfort.
“Porsche” / “Las Vegas Roulette” Dial
Every Roadster dial nods to motoring, but this Vegas Roulette treatment takes it further: alternating white and red Arabic numerals, a concentric hour track, inboard minute hashes, and needle-like baton hands evoke a 1950s Porsche 356 speedometer. A discreet date window with a dial-matched black disc replaces the three o’clock numeral, while a prominent cyclops date magnifier boosts legibility without breaking the vintage-instrument vibe.
Iconic Crown & Integrated Cyclops Assembly
Like Cartier siblings—the Ballon Bleu, the Clé, and the Pasha—the Roadster features a signature crown. Here, Cartier goes further, visually integrating the crown, crown guard, case flank, bezel, and date magnifier into one flowing form reminiscent of early C1 Corvette “bullet” tail lamps—an unmistakable Roadster hallmark.
Quick-Release “Convertible” Strap System
True to its name, the Roadster is a “convertible.” Each model includes a 15-second, tool-free quick-release lug system for fast strap or bracelet changes—faster than many power tops. A supple, well-finished metal bracelet with a double-deployant clasp complements the case lines, and Cartier’s accessory straps let you refresh the look on demand using the pull-tab release.
Built for Daily Driving: 100m Water Resistance
While unmistakably Cartier, the Roadster delivers real-world toughness. The stainless steel case is rated to 100 meters (330 ft), giving you confidence for weekends, travel, and poolside wear—well beyond most tux-ready timepieces.
Movement & Performance
Inside beats the thin and proven Swiss ETA 2892-A2 automatic with a ~42-hour power reserve and smooth bi-directional winding. The caliber includes hacking seconds for precise setting and contributes to the Roadster’s slim, wrist-hugging silhouette (movement thickness ~3.6mm). It’s a reliable, serviceable engine with an excellent track record—ideal for a daily wear luxury sports watch.
Key Specifications
- Model: Cartier Roadster W62002V3 (“Las Vegas Roulette” / “Porsche” dial)
- Case: Stainless steel, approx. 43mm (lug-to-lug) x 37mm (width)
- Water Resistance: 100m / 330ft
- Crystal: Sapphire with integrated cyclops date magnifier
- Movement: ETA 2892-A2 automatic, hacking seconds, ~42-hour power reserve
- Bracelet/Straps: Stainless steel bracelet with double-deployant clasp; quick-release system for rapid strap changes
- Dial: Alternating red/white Arabic numerals, instrument-style minute track, baton hands
See the Roadster
Explore this standout stainless steel Cartier Roadster W62002V3 with “Las Vegas Roulette” dial and experience the blend of vintage motoring spirit and modern Cartier refinement.