Are the convertibles THAT bad for the track to the point where it's better just to sell the vert and go for a coupe? Or will I be fine if I just get a roll cage or roll bar? I plan on getting a hardtop on here as soon as possible, but I'm not sure if that will affect the rigidity of the body. Please let me know what your opinion is on this. Thanks!
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most people only buy verts for track use if that's the only model type available - i.e. miatas, s2000's, old boxters, ect...
a hard top will help with rigidity, though it's still not gonna be as good as a coupe/sedan. that and many organizations require a hardtop/rollbar at a minimum, some even require a full cage.
if you want a track e30, buy something that's in rough shape and have fun. these cars are getting too expensive to ruin something in good shape, especially a vert
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Originally posted by arch4ngel View PostVerts weigh more and have a wet noodle chassis. Youll be better off with a "coupe".
If you do more track than DD-ing, get a coupe.Originally posted by Andy.BWhenever I am about to make a particularly questionable decision regarding a worryingly cheap diy solution, I just ask myself, "What would Ether-D do?"
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One thing of note is that some tracks or clubs may require additional rollover protection for verts, meaning you would need a roll bar to participate. This isn't guaranteed and doesn't apply to autox at all, but is something to be mindful of.88 325is - S52 powered
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Originally posted by rcsoundn1 View Postget a miata
Originally posted by Ether-D View PostYes, you could be a bit faster with a non-vert (you'd also have to drive around with a roof all the time). But guys, verts are not wet noodles. People always like to say this because they read it on the interwebz, because they need to justify not wanting (having) a vert. I beat the ever-loving shit outta my vert and it does just fine. I keep up with several semi-track-prepped coupes at the dragon regularly. Keep your vert, track it occasionally, let everyone at the track be surprised at how well it does and how cool you look doing it.
If you do more track than DD-ing, get a coupe.
Originally posted by matthugie View PostOne thing of note is that some tracks or clubs may require additional rollover protection for verts, meaning you would need a roll bar to participate. This isn't guaranteed and doesn't apply to autox at all, but is something to be mindful of.'93 E30 325ic - CURRENT | '99 E36 M3 - SOLD | '94 E34 530i - SOLD
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Originally posted by Ether-D View PostBut guys, verts are not wet noodles. People always like to say this because they read it on the interwebz, because they need to justify not wanting (having) a vert.
Driving over rough road the rear end has a mind of its own.
Go drive a convertible back to back with a sedan and you'll see what I mean.
They're not bad cars at all. Perfect for cruising. You can even stiffen them up a bit with a strut bar and chassis brace. But when it comes to handling it'll never compare to a sedan.
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Originally posted by arch4ngel View PostI've owned 6 e30s including 2 verts over the years.
Driving over rough road the rear end has a mind of its own.
Go drive a convertible back to back with a sedan and you'll see what I mean.
They're not bad cars at all. Perfect for cruising. You can even stiffen them up a bit with a strut bar and chassis brace. But when it comes to handling it'll never compare to a sedan.
What i feel the OP is asking: "Should I give up my DD vert because I've read that they handle like a cadillac at the auto-x?"
My answer: No. That is all.
pissing match clout: :p I've owned 7 e30's 2 verts, 4 4-doors, 1 coupeOriginally posted by Andy.BWhenever I am about to make a particularly questionable decision regarding a worryingly cheap diy solution, I just ask myself, "What would Ether-D do?"
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Originally posted by TobyB View PostUp here, no vert in the BMWCCA, never, no way. Not even racecar with full certified stamped cage.
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