How many miles driven with top down?

[ZED SLED]

Originally Posted by vegas girl

That's my pet peeve. People who buy convertibles and NEVER put the top down....whats the point???????? I know it's been hot here in Vegas already....but I'll drop and top and crank up the AC...every time!!!!

I've done that, but try living in an area where you would have to put the heat on if you want the top down. I haven't had mine down yet this year. Been too cold whenever I have a chance to go out. Looks good for this weekend though.

[hworth18]

Originally Posted by vegas girl

That's my pet peeve. People who buy convertibles and NEVER put the top down....whats the point???????? I know it's been hot here in Vegas already....but I'll drop and top and crank up the AC...every time!!!!

My pet peeve are the people that put the top down, but drive with the windows up...LOL!!!!

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by hworth18

My pet peeve are the people that put the top down, but drive with the windows up...LOL!!!!

I only do that when I am talking hands free on the phone. It knocks down the noise level quite a bit.

[Baba]

Originally Posted by hworth18

My pet peeve are the people that put the top down, but drive with the windows up...LOL!!!!

Originally Posted by Angrybird 12

I only do that when I am talking hands free on the phone. It knocks down the noise level quite a bit.

I know it can be perceived as looking a bit silly - in particular on the Camaro - as it really does help to lower the noise level as well as the "turbulence".

My GF is not a fan of my 'vert. She prefers the windows up so that she can benefit from the AC in hot weather driving. Frankly speaking, she'd prefer we don't take the convertible anywhere (not happening!).

[13BRM2SSRS]

Originally Posted by vegas girl

That's my pet peeve. People who buy convertibles and NEVER put the top down....whats the point???????? I know it's been hot here in Vegas already....but I'll drop and top and crank up the AC...every time!!!!

I get your point but remember Las Vegas is hot but humidity is usually like 10%. In contrast, Florida is hot and humidity is more than 70% which makes a huge difference as you will be dripping wet in a matter of minutes. June through August/Sept there is not a whole lot of good top down weather except maybe after the sun goes down.

[froglegs]

If it is above 60º and not raining, I routinely drive the 11 hour trip between home and WI several times each year. I usually drive at night and yes, the top is down. If you drive during the day, keep the sunscreen handy!! The only downfall is that when I stop at a rest area, I need to pop the tonneau and put the top up for the 5 minutes I'm away from the car. The trunk space is so limited that I am usually packed into the back seat, too :(

[Ryanbabz71]

Originally Posted by Mike J

Would anyone consider driving coast to coast with only the top down?...I think I may do it with the wife only to make sure the big catcher stays shut for a good period of time..just joking..but would anyone consider a long trip with someone at highway speeds?

If it was only me yes. Usually have my son with me and he w hadn't enjoy the ride


Ryan

[Indydriver]

Originally Posted by Baba

My GF, on the other hand, doesn't like the 'vert.

LOL, my wife is the same....

This attitude does have its pros....

For those of you who are thinking, "how could you have a relationship with a woman that didn't share your enthusiasm for your convertible", well, let's just say there are other characteristics that outweigh this one.