Convertible poll

[SouthernGorilla]

On the way to work the other day I saw an S550 convertible with the top up. It was a nice day, so it got me to wondering if some people just buy convertibles to say they have a convertible. Thought I'd try a poll to see what the norm is here.

 

[PinkieT]

My top stays down.

 

[lwarrior1016]

I didn’t know convertibles sold for more. I always thought they were valued lower because of the problems that come with them.

 

[SouthernGorilla]

I didn’t know convertibles sold for more. I always thought they were valued lower because of the problems that come with them.

I genuinely don't know. It may be a matter of perspective. Kind of like houses with pools. Lots of people consider it a major plus, I know better. On the other hand, I'll gladly pay more for a drop-top.

 

[tmwsccsh]

See I'm weird with this.

Being slightly "follically challenged" I burn easily so the top stays up most of the time and I use the AC (which is an amazingly cold system).

The top does come down but only on warmer cloudy days or in the evening when the sun isn't as strong.

But then night driving with the top down is a great feeling - especially in late autumn here in the UK or early Spring when it's a bit colder.

TMW

 

[SouthernGorilla]

See I'm weird with this.

Being slightly "follically challenged" I burn easily so the top stays up most of the time and I use the AC (which is an amazingly cold system).

The top does come down but only on warmer cloudy days or in the evening when the sun isn't as strong.

But then night driving with the top down is a great feeling - especially in late autumn here in the UK or early Spring when it's a bit colder.

TMW

That's why I keep a flat cap in the center console. It's been a couple decades since I had any hair to block the sun, so I know your pain.

 

[92wastheyear]

See I'm weird with this.

Being slightly "follically challenged" I burn easily so the top stays up most of the time and I use the AC (which is an amazingly cold system).

The top does come down but only on warmer cloudy days or in the evening when the sun isn't as strong.

But then night driving with the top down is a great feeling - especially in late autumn here in the UK or early Spring when it's a bit colder.

TMW

I like driving with the top down when it fully dark after a hot day...that's the best. Especially out in the farm land

 

[RAU03MACH]

Mabe one day I'll get one
Its just to dusty in my area

 

[ttocs]

I wish they would do another hard top vert, or get totally cray cray and bring back the t-tops.....

 

[RAU03MACH]

T tops would be cool

 

[tmwsccsh]

T tops would be cool

I've had 2 SW20 MR2s in the past.

T tops are amazing!

TMW

 

[95opal]

I didn’t know convertibles sold for more. I always thought they were valued lower because of the problems that come with them.

Verts normally have lower production numbers than hardtops making them more valuable to collectors. To the everyday joe your comment is typically true.

 

[badass98svt]

T tops would be cool

I had T tops on my fist car (81 Mustang). I miss them big time.

 

[OpalFrostGT]

Convertibles have always been something Hollywood exploited in movies. Historically, they have exuded an aura of being unique! Just thought I'd share that opinion. My wife loves our 96 GT Convertible. It is very rare with the Opal Frost paint, white top and white Leather interior!

 

[ttocs]

I had a buddy with a 91 firebird with t-tops and it really did seem cool as hell to take them out. It also made it easier to shoot a potato cannon out of....

 

[tmwsccsh]

Verts normally have lower production numbers than hardtops making them more valuable to collectors. To the everyday joe your comment is typically true.

Apart from Jaguar who seem to make more verts than tin tops in some models....

Then I am biased being an XK8 convertible owner as well

TMW

 

[OpalFrostGT]

Apart from Jaguar who seem to make more verts than tin tops in some models....

Then I am biased being an XK8 owner as well

TMW

I restored a 1958 XK150, FHC, RHD. I think it was the most beautiful car ever! Bought it for $700 and drove it for two years before I began to restore it.

 

[ttocs]

I restored a 1958 XK150, FHC, RHD. I think it was the most beautiful car ever! Bought it for $700 and drove it for two years before I began to restore it.

pics or it didn't happen

 

[Bronco2Fan]

I like my Convertible a bunch. It doesn't look like your normal New Edge Mustang coup IMHO. With the top down it looks even nicer. Always wanted to put in one of those 3rd light bars too.

 

[OpalFrostGT]

pics or it didn't happen

Your comment and declaration are offensive to me! Rarely would I post a reaction like THIS but your snide, smiley faced BULLSHIT
is a detriment to this forum! Just who appointed you as the arbiter of what happened and what did not happen? Anyone can post a photo of a car but that is not evidence of ownership! From now on, if you see a post from me, just skip it because I am sick of your BULLSHIT!
My sincere apologies to those who are not involved.