Downsides of convertibles?

[Rufusbird]

rollover

"Also, I believe the front windshield frame has some type of integrated roll bar, or maybe that was my Corvette. I can't remember, but I don't plan on rolling my car anytime soon."

The brochure posted states that the windshield has an integrated roll-bar, nice to know.

thanks for the brochure

[E30 Cabrio]

I'll take some new pics after I do a thorough detailing job - wash, clay bar, Meguiars NFX, etc...

Here's one taken last year, but the car is dirty in this pic:

[Justin B]

Mine- It's a little lower now though.

[E30 Cabrio]

No, can't be done. Doesn't fit at all...

Nice pic. Did you use the bracket or bolt it to the bumper?

I have the bracket, but it's kind of not perfect so I'll probably just bolt mine to the bumper.

Your pic is motivation for me to get off my ass and finish priming and painting mine and getting it mounted. Really makes the car look even better.

I'm undecided on the rear spoiler though. I have one, but not sure if I should mount it or not.

I also have a set of near-mint fogs for it too as well new bulbs.

Just gotta find the time, but I gotta do the TBelt first.

[E30 Cabrio]

Nothing like driving to work on a beautiful spring/summer morning with the top down.

Great way to start the day.

I think the windows go out of adjustment from the idiots who close the door by pushing the glass window and not the door.

I told my one lady friends of she did it again, no more dick for her.

[andrewintraining]

Can I see some pictures of your guys' cars? ;]

[reelizmpro]

Here's a PDF of the 1988 325iC sales brochure with some pretty good pics and technical information. Also shows what the drivers should look like. Miami Vice comes to mind with some huge Oakley's or equivalents.

http://www.e30ic.com/1988_325i_Conve...s_Brochure.pdf

[NC325iC]

Fuckin A! White slacks, loafers, stupid hat, sweater... oh god. Don't tempt me to make an idiot out of myself for an hour or so when we roll down on the 2nd. My cab is white too, it goes with the "clean" yuppie look..unless I don't wash it. LOL Where's the money pool :P

:rips off current outfit: damnit why do i always get ripped on for wearing this stuff

[Disaster Inc]

Looking like a yuppie 80's fag is a downside. Stripping lots of performance aspect from a supposed performance car is a downside.


Mariano

Damn you! From now on whenever I'm cruising the Cab I'm going to wonder if people are looking at me thinking "there's another yuppie fag stuck in the 80's".

Seriously, I LOVE my Cabrio. It's a fun car all around, and as a bonus the top goes down. I always say that it's my Harley, but in many ways it's better than a bike cause it has tunes, heat and girls like riding in it way more than on the back of a bike.

As far as cowl shake, its a negative, but a stress bar helps big time in that area.

[Justin B]

Fuckin A! White slacks, loafers, stupid hat, sweater... oh god. Don't tempt me to make an idiot out of myself for an hour or so when we roll down on the 2nd. My cab is white too, it goes with the "clean" yuppie look..unless I don't wash it. LOL Where's the money pool :P

[CleanAzzE30z]

One of the first images that came to mind was how people used to wear their sweaters over their back with the arms tied in front. Pennie loafers with no socks. haha. I dare someone to show up to a meet like that...80's yuppy style.

Bfest!!! hahahah



Mariano

[dougsic]

The side windows need periodic adjustment.

The cowl shake takes some getting used to. I've even had passengers take notice of it.

I chuckled at those that complained their electric tops didn't work - mine always worked just like it was supposed to. Push the button - job done. Ha ha. Until the fateful day a few months ago when - BAM!

Had to buy and install the top motor repair kit from Germany. But now all is well again.

With the top up, I wish for a better radio. But with it down, I don't even bother. Exhaust note from s50 swap is sweet music. More than enough acceleration now too.

Every ride in the cabby ends too soon - even when I'm freezing.

I hardly ride my motorcycle any more because of it. Wish I had a z1 though.

[willsol]

I've been thinking of buying this clean vert, I know they're heavier, but are they alot slower or would it be hard to notice? Anything else performance wise that I should know?

I loved mine would I had it... but DO NOT drive through a car wash unless you have the hard top. The soft top is not strong enough to stay down with the high pressure washes. I ended up soaked and unhappy.

At least it was a nice day and I was able to put the top down to dry off.

[reelizmpro]

You know me, foo'!!!!




Mariano

One of the first images that came to mind was how people used to wear their sweaters over their back with the arms tied in front. Pennie loafers with no socks. haha. I dare someone to show up to a meet like that...80's yuppy style.

[Garageaholic]

Javier, I want to see more pics of your vert. It's very interesting and very low.