ChatterBank1 min ago
Convertible Car
I am in the process of changing my car and seriously thinking about getting a convertible (soft top).
I have never had one before so would appreciate it if someone would be kind enough to give me some advice. I don't have a garage and the car will be parked on the drive in all weathers.........how will it wear?.......... thank you x
I have never had one before so would appreciate it if someone would be kind enough to give me some advice. I don't have a garage and the car will be parked on the drive in all weathers.........how will it wear?.......... thank you x
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As Tony regards Tree's etc, If it's Electric make sure the Electrics are right, keep trying the Movement, Get someone to check the mechanism when opening / lowering within boot, listen for unusual sounds " Clinks etc" this may indicate Linkage wear, if you gret trouble with these you are talking about money, what car is it? would it be a E36? If so, beware.
I've had a couple of MGFs.
When they've been standing out in the winter, I've put a plastic groundsheet (like for a small tent) over the canvas roof, and then a cheap car cover (it was about £20) to hold it in place.
That seemed to keep the soft roof in pretty good condition.
Also, when the car was cleaned, spray the roof with (1) soft roof cleaner, and (2) the reproofing stuff. They have it in Halfords, in white bottles with coloured square labels on the front. Some company who do loads of car cleaning stuff.
But, go for it. Once you've had a soft top, you will never again want to be without one. They are soooooo much fun.
When they've been standing out in the winter, I've put a plastic groundsheet (like for a small tent) over the canvas roof, and then a cheap car cover (it was about £20) to hold it in place.
That seemed to keep the soft roof in pretty good condition.
Also, when the car was cleaned, spray the roof with (1) soft roof cleaner, and (2) the reproofing stuff. They have it in Halfords, in white bottles with coloured square labels on the front. Some company who do loads of car cleaning stuff.
But, go for it. Once you've had a soft top, you will never again want to be without one. They are soooooo much fun.
You have all been so kind thank you - I am going to test drive one on Saturday and see what I think.......... it will be my last "ME" car so want something a bit special as when we retire we will only be able to afford to run the one. For years I have always had my own car and even had a Jensen Healey convertible in the 70's LOL...... such fun but then I was a lot younger then and didn't notice the draughts LOL............... I am stressed getting a new car - how daft is that!!!
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