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What does driving a convertible feel like?
Driving a convertible will make you feel free and powerful and give you a sense of confidence. The sound of the rushing wind will block out all other sounds and will make you feel like nothing else matters. That kind of experience is rare!
Are convertibles good daily drivers?
Don’t worry, the new convertibles are definitely worthy of being daily drivers. For a convertible, they are very quiet with the top up.
Is a convertible fun?
Convertibles are fun. Driving a convertible is the kind of fun that doesn’t rely on speed or handling; even driving a slow convertible can be engaging. When you have a convertible you’ll look for opportunities to drive; a beautiful day is amplified by a nice drive in your droptop.
Are convertible cars fun?
Do convertibles hold value?
Apart from the joys of drop-top driving, there are other reasons to love convertibles that are a little more tangible. They tend to hold their value better than regular vehicles, and they don’t seem to age as badly as sedan and coupe versions of the same model do.
Why do you like to drive a convertible?
There’s nothing better than being out in the elements while still being in your car…the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, the smell of nature instead of the chill of air conditioning. When you have a convertible you’ll look for opportunities to drive; a beautiful day is amplified by a nice drive in your droptop.
What is the history of the convertible car?
The first power-operated retractable hardtop was produced by Peugeot in 1934; Chrysler manufactured their version of the hardtop convertible car in the 1941 Chrysler Thunderbolt. A car manufactured with a flexible roof that can be opened or closed before driving is a convertible.
What are some tips for driving with a hard top convertible?
Have a long-sleeved shirt in the car at all times in warmer weather to protect your arms from the sun. If you are in the habit of giving other drivers the finger, lose that habit when you have the top down on a hard-top convertible and completely if you have a rag top (canvas convertible top).
Can you drive a convertible with a sour face?
Even on the nicest of days, people occasionally experience sour moods. Driving a convertible doesn’t mean you have to drop the top every time you leave a parking space — you can still choose to huddle beneath the fabric top, preserving that sour face until you are fully ready to face the day.