pros/cons of e30 vert?

[bowtie2bimmer]

I drive an e30 convert pretty much daily. Bought mine about a month ago.
Pros
Freakin awesome to drive around when the top is down.
Looks awesome
Easy to load things (kids) in back seat with the top down

Cons
During a HEAVY storm or if i run it through the car wash i get a Lil leaking
More seals to go bad
Wind noise at hwy speeds
Never lock your doors (I'd rather have no stuff and a good roof than no stuff and a ripped roof)

Is it worth the cons? Fuckin-a it is

[e30trooper]

My DD is a vert. I like I it. I wish I had a coupe to sedan for autox or track sessions at times. It can be done with a vert but would need a rollbar. Anyways in california there's no cons. My car pulls great , looks somewhat decent and sounds tits. Doesn't leak in the rain ,only when i hit the power washer on the top next to edges.

and yes all verts have late model rear fender arches , so doing a PB on the rear is easy with no cutting.

[N2MYE30]

bstarr,
Anyone claiming the price is higher than normal either missed the fact that it includes a hard top or hasn't tried to price (or just find) a hard top for their cabrio.

Yup, I missed that. In that case, it is a fair price. Pardon me.

[fporro]

Blain, what fab work ?

As far as rear bumper goes, just install sliding bracket from donor car.
no bumper triming required, be it mt 1 or 2, even RD's aprons are bolt on parts.

A pilar leaks are a pain, but everything else makes up for it.
Rear shock mounts.

[smooth]

bstarr,
Anyone claiming the price is higher than normal either missed the fact that it includes a hard top or hasn't tried to price (or just find) a hard top for their cabrio.

Discounting the price of a hard top (even one in horrible condition) and coilovers, the price is low for anywhere in the US.

In terms of the larger question about pros/cons of cabrios, given that you have a hard top with this one there are not very many problems that a non-cabrio would be free from. Yes, sometimes the seals (of both the ragtop and hardtop) leak and they are expensive to replace (over $1000). But that can be addressed inexpensively without buying new seals and leaks are something that non-cabrios have to deal with, too.

The hardtop cabrio doesn't have a B pillar, which I think makes for a cleaner look compared to non-cabrios. Cabrios are heavier, but it's not something you'll notice on the street. The hardtop is lighter than the softtop and if you remove it you'll shed about 70 pounds.

[steinbachphoto]

My vert only sees the light if day when it's sunny and way after the winter months. Nothing is better than checking your blind spot or checking your rearview and you see blue skies and clouds. It's e30 natural seretonin release.

Hands down #1 pro. I love when spring comes and on the maiden top down voyage of the year. I shoulder check and can see absolutely everything.

The only con I have is that she leaks in the A Pillar corners and I don't have the patience to sit there and adjust my windows properly. may just be my top latches not locking down enough as well.

other pro is that you have a valid excuse for the slowness of the m20. Verts are for cruising, not speeding.

[bstarr3]

BTW...I personally thing that car is overpriced.

They move up here at those prices. I saw a bone stock 318is sell in about a week for $5900 (granted, it only had 93k miles). It's really interesting how much the prices can vary by region and local market value.

[Blaine0002]

I bought(traded for) a vert with DBs so i can throw some input into this.

my car was a PROJECT. and like said before, most of the parts are exclusive. They arent specifically more expensive, just hard to find.

I have a new top for mine sitting in my room waiting to go on, expensive, hard and long project.

Also, plastic bumpers are bolt on for the front excluding sawing off the towhooks. Rear end requires major modification. The biggest bummer for me is the fab work required to get a rear apron. I dont even know if i want to follow thru with that!

[N2MYE30]

When in doubt, get one of each.

My cabrio has an M20 and auto and is currently in storage for the winter (or whatever we call this weather). I have a grin every time i am in it. My top does not leak but most do. My electric top works aswell. My coupe has an M50 5spd and I use it as my daily. Its odd how they are different in a familiar kind of way. If one of these cars were my only transportation, the coupe would have to be my workhorse. Driver interaction is far superior in the coupe.

the pros and cons depends on the person but to me...
pros of owning my cabrio:
ultimate sunning machine

cons of owning my cabrio:
Worrying about someone ripping top

BTW...I personally thing that car is overpriced.

[Mr. Burns]

My vert only sees the light if day when it's sunny and way after the winter months. Nothing is better than checking your blind spot or checking your rearview and you see blue skies and clouds. It's e30 natural seretonin release.

[F34R]

I thought plastic bumpers were bolt on for vert? this is important to me as I'd like to replace the dbs down the road

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Depends on the year, I believe late 89+ are bolt on. And verts get all the ladies, and the hardtop is by far the best thing to buy for them. Soft top=fail(fucking ugly)

[bstarr3]

I thought plastic bumpers were bolt on for vert? this is important to me as I'd like to replace the dbs down the road

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[reelizmpro]

Leaks, noise, expensive tops, rear window issues, body flex, weight, hard to get good bass...otherwise the drop top greatly enhances the driving experience. It is crazy Nice driving with the top down on those scenic routes.

[hendrixvodu]

i get 22-23 highway in mine top up....i went from a coupe to a vert and i love it only complaints are finding water leaks but if you take your time its not to bad and rear window cloudyness with top up...im on GC coils and the car handles great its a blast ! ive had no problems dailying mine even in 25 degree weather / rain

[Mr. Burns]

Tops are costly to replace, fenders are vert specific, interior is vert specific (more or less).

They look cool. Apparently bitches love them.

THIS.

fenders are vert specific, and you pay a premium if you're looking to replace them.