The Cartier Roadster W62000V3 is the cult classic of the Cartier catalog. Built from 2001 to 2012 and inspired by the flowing lines of vintage sports cars, the large automatic Roadster pairs a tonneau-shaped steel case with a silver sunray dial, black Roman numerals, and a cyclops date — a design unlike anything Cartier makes today. And it hid a piece of the future inside: an interchangeable strap system that let owners swap straps in seconds, two decades before QuickSwitch made that normal.
That system is exactly why this guide exists. The Roadster does not take ordinary straps at all — and with the model long out of production, finding the right replacement is the number one question owners have. Here is the correct size and the most popular Helvetus options for the W62000V3.
Cartier Roadster W62000V3 Strap Size and Fit
For the Cartier Roadster W62000V3:
- Model: Roadster, large model, automatic
- Case: tonneau-shaped, steel, approx. 37 mm wide
- Attachment: Cartier Roadster interchangeable strap system — no standard spring bars
- Strap width at the case: 19 mm
This means the watch requires a 19mm strap made for the Roadster system. When ordering, simply select the 19mm option on the product page. The 15mm option is for the Roadster Ladies models.
This part matters more on the Roadster than on almost any other watch: a generic 19mm strap physically will not work here. The Roadster's strap slides into the case rather than mounting on spring bars, and the case curves demand shaped ends. Helvetus Roadster straps are built for exactly this system — they click in tool-free, sit flush with the tonneau case, and come off in seconds when you want a different look.
The Sports Car That Kept Its Keys
The Roadster was Cartier's love letter to mid-century automobiles, and it found a devoted audience before being retired in 2012. Today it has aged into a collector favorite: distinctive, comfortable, and priced like the insider's Cartier. The one weak point of ownership is the strap situation — original straps wear out, and with the model discontinued, a quality replacement built for the system is the practical answer.
The upside is that the Roadster was designed for this. Cartier intended owners to rotate straps with their mood, and a fresh strap transforms the watch more dramatically than on any conventional case.
The Best Straps for the Cartier Roadster W62000V3
Helvetus offers rubber, leather, and nylon straps made specifically for the Roadster's interchangeable system. You can browse every compatible option here: Cartier Roadster Strap Collection.
Below are the most popular choices among owners of this reference, matched to its silver sunray dial and steel tonneau case.
Black Rubber Strap
The Roadster is Cartier's sports car, and black rubber is its natural fuel. It sharpens the silver dial, handles water and daily wear without complaint, and gives the tonneau case the athletic look the design always implied. The most popular choice for this reference by a distance. Black Rubber Strap for Cartier Roadster
Grey Rubber Strap
Grey creates a tonal, silver-on-silver effect with the sunray dial that suits the Roadster beautifully. It reads more understated than black while keeping all the practicality — a favorite for owners who wear the watch to the office. Grey Rubber Strap for Cartier Roadster
Brown Rubber Strap
Brown leans into the vintage-automotive spirit of the design — the color of old driving gloves and leather bucket seats, delivered in waterproof rubber. It gives the W62000V3 a warm, characterful look that no other Cartier pulls off quite like this. Brown Rubber Strap for Cartier Roadster
Flat Black Leather Strap
For a dressier direction, matte black leather calms the Roadster down without losing its edge. It pairs cleanly with the Roman numeral dial and works from boardroom to dinner — the pick for owners who wear this as their everyday classic. Flat Black Leather Strap for Cartier Roadster
The collection also includes nylon and further leather colors, all built for the same Roadster fitting.
Final Thoughts
The W62000V3 was ahead of its time in the one way that matters most to owners today: it was made to change straps. Keep a fresh 19mm Roadster-fit strap on it, and this discontinued classic drives like new.
Helvetus is a leading name in aftermarket straps for luxury watches, trusted by more than 50,000 customers worldwide. Every Roadster strap is engineered for the model's interchangeable system, rubber straps are covered by a lifetime warranty, and all orders ship free worldwide with no import costs.
Find the perfect strap for your Roadster W62000V3 in the Cartier Roadster Strap Collection.
