Why do people buy convertibles ?

[JSG]

Why, why, why do they? I was driving to work today and saw at least 15 convertibles (BMWs, MGFs, Audi TTs,Mazdas, Merc CLKs,Golfs, Astras, etc) all with the bl**dy roof up !

Whats up with them - it was dry and sunny, not that cold - so why?

Only saw 3 with the roof down - BMW 3 series, Jag XK8 and Saab 900.

Ahhh, feel better now, end of rant.

[thom]

Obviously because we're not in summer yet, it only starts on June 21st

[beano1197]

As someone has previously pointed out some of the time the roof stays on if you're nipping down to Sani-bury's or Wait-loads for the shopping i.e boot space. Sometimes you're just not in the mood when it's the trundle home from the orifice.

BUT TODAY......??? Yippee - no queues at the Petrol Station to worry about, if nothing else.

Truth is it's been sitting out there all day without the roof on - and I'm outta here soon!!

Whimps - all of them with the roof still on!!!

[Bodo]

you will see most of them with roof down on boulevards

[Nacnud]

You'd better hurry up and head on home. Over here in Bristol it's been raining since 5pm and I bet it's headed your way !

[bob the planner]

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Obviously because we're not in summer yet, it only starts on June 21st

I must be totally daft (well it has been said a number of times !). My Chimaera goes into the garage with the roof off - saves time when I get it back out ! 7 months of ownership and the roof has been on 4 times whilst travelling - each time pi$$ing down on a long journey and two of those was only part way. If its drizzle the roof comes off and I need to travel .

I did a count whilst walking back from work (2 mls) on Monday, 2 porsches 1 roof on 1 off, 3 saab all on, 3 XR3/4 all on, 3 Chims - 1 on, 2 off, 1 Griff roof off, 1 tuscan roof off, 3 audi TT 2 on 1 off. Maybe most TVR/MG owners own a convertable for the open air the others just want one to pose in high summer.

To me there is no point waiting 10 years to get a convertable and then not using it - Ok if I know its going to rain I take the other car - but you don't get to enjoy the noise, smells, sunshine (well sometimes) unless you have the top down.

Just get out there and do it !!!!!!!!

[Cotty]

Im not a great fan of convertables, saying that I ran an TVR S1 for three years as my only car go figure. If they had made an S with a hard top like the M3000 then I would have gone for that, probably why I like the Ginetta G4 so much.

Anyway when I used to pop down to sainsburys I used to put the back part of the roof wind the windows up and leave it like that.

TVR drivers are a little mad though, I know people that if its not raining the roof comes off even if its at night and freezing cold in the middle of winter. Big coats and hats but even bigger grins.

Paul

[Driller]

The Z3, MX5, MGF, MR2 and (IMO) Boxter brigade only buy these cars because those are the cars that are "fashionable" to be seen in.

These people are not interested in driving their cars properly, they wouldn't know the words apex or double clutch from their *rses and they are certainly not interested in getting under the bonnet and getting their (male and female) dainty little hands slightly oily.

And as for getting the roof down, well that might put a hair out of place in their Toni and Guy hairstyles.

They should only be allowed to drive these Salon-mobiles on the frigging catwalk.

[bob the planner]

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TVR drivers are a little mad though, I know people that if its not raining the roof comes off even if its at night and freezing cold in the middle of winter. Big coats and hats but even bigger grins.

Paul

Who was it that said there is no such thing as bad weather , just inappropriate clothing ?


Bob

[gnomesmith]

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These people are not interested in driving their cars properly, they wouldn't know the words apex or double clutch from their *rses and they are certainly not interested in getting under the bonnet and getting their (male and female) dainty little hands slightly oily.

If you are going to insult people it is important Driller that you get it right...DOUBLE DECLUTCH..is what I think you are talking about. If you are thinking about some of the new exotic twin clutch transmissions I apologise but you will need to explain their rationale to convince me.

[campbell]

Please don't put me into that a barrier Driller, I drive a MR2, MK1 though but the sunroof comes out
I also like to get m hads durty and I care what is under my bonnet so not all of us fit your discription. Thank you

[kingjohn]

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Please don't put me into that a barrier Driller, I drive a MR2, MK1 though but the sunroof comes out
I also like to get m hads durty and I care what is under my bonnet so not all of us fit your discription. Thank you

what exactly is under the bonnet of an MR2?
John.

[kevinday]

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Obviously because we're not in summer yet, it only starts on June 21st

...and finishes on June 22nd

[GregE240]

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The Z3, MX5, MGF, MR2 and (IMO) Boxter brigade only buy these cars because those are the cars that are "fashionable" to be seen in.

It's Boxster actually. Although you managed the all letters or letters/numbers cars quite well.

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These people are not interested in driving their cars properly, they wouldn't know the words apex or double clutch from their *rses and they are certainly not interested in getting under the bonnet and getting their (male and female) dainty little hands slightly oily.

How do you know that ? Mr Generalisation - hello ? I'd love to get my mitts on our Boxster's engine, only you can't get to it as it's mid engined. And it's "double de-clutch".

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And as for getting the roof down, well that might put a hair out of place in their Toni and Guy hairstyles.

Toni and Guy ? Pseudo designer hairstylists for people who don't know any better.

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They should only be allowed to drive these Salon-mobiles on the frigging catwalk.

Meow !! Well, we'll give you a wave as we overtake the low loader. Promise !

[marki]

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The Z3, MX5, MGF, MR2 and (IMO) Boxter brigade only buy these cars because those are the cars that are "fashionable" to be seen in.

These people are not interested in driving their cars properly, they wouldn't know the words apex or double clutch from their *rses and they are certainly not interested in getting under the bonnet and getting their (male and female) dainty little hands slightly oily.

And as for getting the roof down, well that might put a hair out of place in their Toni and Guy hairstyles.

They should only be allowed to drive these Salon-mobiles on the frigging catwalk.

Ohh really , what a stupid comment there is nothing wrong with these cars some are entry level convertibles , talk about bias just because its not a tvr do`s not make the owners Hairdressers , pratt

[Don]

Oi, Driller, NO!

I bought a Boxster because:

1) Its mid-engined and therefore...
2) Has amazing grip and handling
3) Has 252 bhp (not TVR but still grunty)
4) Has a roof that's so easy to get off its off practically all Spring, Summer and Autumn.
5) Its a P O R S C H E - OK so its got a nice badge what's wrong with that?
6) I already had a TVR...
7) It does make it nice and quick to get to the Salon

[zippy500]

Someone is getting a little upset here I think.

[beano1197]

Doh!

Of course I got home last night and nipped indoors before going out again. Well, it hadn't rained for ten days had it?

That's why we leave the roof on!!!!!

Doh!

"Soggy Sod from Surrey"

[zippy500]

Some peolpe seem to be missing the point here. It was simply what is the point of having a convertible and not getting the roof off. 99% of the cars mentioned never take their lids off.



Because it will mess up their hair.

Sorry I couldnt resist.

[marki]

Not Missing the point Zippy its just sweeping statments about owners of cars that are not tvr just piss me off .

Im roofless at every given opportunityand in Sweden they can be few and far between