Why are slicktops so sought after?

[Chaz]

I would guess you get a bit more rigidity in the chassis, but then again it doesn't affect a street car. For people who know the e30 crowd, it's kind of special otherwise I think most people would opt for a the sunroof.

[lambo]

Who gives a shit? I can't say I would necessarily miss my sun roof if it were to magically disappear in the night.

[reelizmpro]

I have been wondering this as well. Fact of the matter is few if anyone will take full advantage of the weight loss from the roof especially on a street car. It's a novelty/fad. It may be rare and even sought after by a few but no big deal as a street car especially if u have to buy a 318i to get it.

[akorcovelos]

more like:

1980s: "I want a BMW but can't afford a sun roof, but its still a BMW"

Now: "Sunroof-less cars are scarce! I MUST have one!"

[MattAvino]

1980s: "Who wants a BMW without a sunroof?? I'm ordering one"

Now: "Sunroof-less cars are scarce! I MUST have one!"

[acolella76]

If your building a legit track car losing 20+ lbs off the top of your car is a big deal. THe removal of the sliding roof mechanism also leaves much more helmet room for taller drivers.

Well I totally understand why it makes sense for track cars, but often times people buy slick-tops for the reasons mentioned above and then add a huge sub in the back and have a god awful suspension set up. It just contradicts itself, I was just hoping there was another reason than 'its full race yo'

[akorcovelos]

If your building a legit track car losing 20+ lbs off the top of your car is a big deal. THe removal of the sliding roof mechanism also leaves much more helmet room for taller drivers.

[Nairb]

It's also a common rust spot. No sunroof, less chance for rust issues.

[acolella76]

Yeah, I don't see how losing 20lbs is going to make a difference at all...

[lambo]

how much weight can you possibly be losing without the glass?

[RUFFLZ]

how much weight can you possibly be losing without the glass?

[Dj Buttchug]

A. Rarity (which is a silly reason to want something with less options)

B. lighter weight.

this. thread pretty much over

[warmseth]

A. Rarity (which is a silly reason to want something with less options)

B. lighter weight.

[acolella76]

It may be a dumb question, and I'm afraid I already know the answer, but what is the big fuss? I always see people drool over slick top 318s and never understood the attraction. Why is not having a sunroof better than having an extra window above your head?

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