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Gilles27 · Feb 23rd, 2007, 12:22 PM

I lowered the roof on the car this morning to take the baby-seat out. As I was running late I just jumped in and set of thinking I'd raise the roof at the first set of lights I came to. In the end I was enjoying it so much I left the roof down all the way to work. Must admit I raised the windows as I was splashing through some pretty big puddles. Soon be summer!

Dawn · Feb 23rd, 2007, 12:51 PM

Im ashamed to say ive only been topless twice this winter

But now its getting a little bit warmer i'll try and do it a bit more !

P.s hello stranger

fl0r15t · Feb 24th, 2007, 08:18 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Gilles27 (original)

I lowered the roof on the car this morning to take the baby-seat out. As I was running late I just jumped in and set of thinking I'd raise the roof at the first set of lights I came to. In the end I was enjoying it so much I left the roof down all the way to work. Must admit I raised the windows as I was splashing through some pretty big puddles. Soon be summer!

This winters been pretty crappy [although good for those reservoirs] and most of the time my MINI has mothballed in the garage!

But when those rainclouds haven't been visible we've managed a few good long runs topless but am really looking forward to some blue skys and temps in double digits again!

Also it not needing cleaning after just about every journey!

85NIXMIN · Feb 24th, 2007, 03:32 PM

I don't understand why they sell Convertables in places that get really really cold and are always wet???

It doesn't really make sence?

Paul · Feb 24th, 2007, 04:28 PM

At least we dont get sunburn when driving topless around these parts.

Robboc · Feb 24th, 2007, 04:43 PM

I have to say Gilles, that my wife had a convertible until recently and whenever i drove it, unless raining, I always used to put the roof down, even in bitterly cold conditions. Modern cars keep you warm in the front seats.

To be honest whenver I can I have my window open on my Cooper S. I love to hear the rasp of the exhaust and the huge gulps of air the induction kit takes when I am whizzing around.

Yes, thank good summer is close

Paul · Feb 24th, 2007, 05:07 PM

40+ MPH and you stay dry in all but heavy rain (mostly) anyway. That's been my experience of convertible MINIs. That said, they were not my cars, I might not risk it so my if it was my upholstery I was gambling with!

wiz · Feb 24th, 2007, 08:18 PM

We always drive with the roof down if we can.

Christmas eve we drove to a local pub for dinner in the evening, 2 kids in the back holding a rope light in the air and all of us singing christmas carols.

We got cheers as we arrived in the car park

Got to love it.

Paul · Feb 24th, 2007, 09:09 PM

I think driving with the roof down, at night, down a tree line avenue or country lane, full moon above, burble of the exhaust behind..... That's fantastic driving.

ScottyBoy · Feb 24th, 2007, 09:15 PM

Ohhhhh what id do for a soft top in the summer!

IM JEALOUS

i do love my car tho so im happy

fl0r15t · Feb 25th, 2007, 12:22 PM

Convertibles have always sold far better in Northern Europe [than Southern Europe], I think it's because we like to make more of the sun when we get some!

Plus I think this is the first wet winter in Southern UK for about few years! Theres areas round here that have had less rainfall than Lisbon or Rome.

Having said that I might take the car out right now - it must be at least 11 degrees and I can hopefully dodge a shower or two!

deggles · Feb 26th, 2007, 10:08 AM

Yep, this winter has been pretty miserable

Nice today though, had the roof down and took the scenic route to work this morning - great fun despite some funny looks

Think I'll have my official "summer's here" switchover weekend soon:

1. Remove de-icer, scraper and blanket from boot
2. Switch woolly hat+gloves in the glove box for cap+sunscreen.
3. Switch to summer-strength screen wash
4. Load up some summer tunes on the iPod

Ok, it's still February so I might be being a bit ambitious

Rakey · Feb 26th, 2007, 10:13 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by 85NIXMIN (original)

I don't understand why they sell Convertables in places that get really really cold and are always wet???

It doesn't really make sence?

Because havintg the roof down is not about enjoying the sun, its about being able to see more of your surroundings, the fresh air, and seeing the wonderful sky

I think this winters been ace, really good for roof down motoring, far less cold than previous years, although the cold never stops me from topless motoring

Like Paul said, theres nothing better than a bit of night time topless driving

Feb 23rd, 2007, 12:22 PM	#1
Gilles27 MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Near Sheffield Local Time: 08:49 AM Posts: 274 Offline	It's not that cold... I lowered the roof on the car this morning to take the baby-seat out. As I was running late I just jumped in and set of thinking I'd raise the roof at the first set of lights I came to. In the end I was enjoying it so much I left the roof down all the way to work. Must admit I raised the windows as I was splashing through some pretty big puddles. Soon be summer! "If everything is under control, you are going too slow." - Mario Andretti

Feb 23rd, 2007, 12:51 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dawn Work'd Up ! My Classifieds Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Essex Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 3,039 Offline	Im ashamed to say ive only been topless twice this winter But now its getting a little bit warmer i'll try and do it a bit more ! P.s hello stranger EssexMINI2.co.uk...the all newand popular Essex MINI forums

Feb 24th, 2007, 04:28 PM	#5 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 38,595 Online	At least we dont get sunburn when driving topless around these parts. There aint no party like my nana's tea party

Feb 24th, 2007, 05:07 PM	#7 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 38,595 Online	40+ MPH and you stay dry in all but heavy rain (mostly) anyway. That's been my experience of convertible MINIs. That said, they were not my cars, I might not risk it so my if it was my upholstery I was gambling with! There aint no party like my nana's tea party

Feb 24th, 2007, 08:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
wiz 6 sleeps :) Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: eastbourne Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 1,857 Offline	We always drive with the roof down if we can. Christmas eve we drove to a local pub for dinner in the evening, 2 kids in the back holding a rope light in the air and all of us singing christmas carols. We got cheers as we arrived in the car park Got to love it. SITE NOW LIVE<<<HAVE A LOOK >>>THANK YOU KEV

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Feb 24th, 2007, 08:18 AM	#3 (permalink)
fl0r15t Press the magic button... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oxford, UK Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 366 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Gilles27 (original) I lowered the roof on the car this morning to take the baby-seat out. As I was running late I just jumped in and set of thinking I'd raise the roof at the first set of lights I came to. In the end I was enjoying it so much I left the roof down all the way to work. Must admit I raised the windows as I was splashing through some pretty big puddles. Soon be summer! This winters been pretty crappy [although good for those reservoirs] and most of the time my MINI has mothballed in the garage! But when those rainclouds haven't been visible we've managed a few good long runs topless but am really looking forward to some blue skys and temps in double digits again! Also it not needing cleaning after just about every journey!

Feb 24th, 2007, 03:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
85NIXMIN MINI on the brain!!! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Brisbane, Australia Local Time: 06:49 PM Posts: 1,062 Offline	I don't understand why they sell Convertables in places that get really really cold and are always wet??? It doesn't really make sence?

Feb 24th, 2007, 04:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
Robboc MINI2 Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Epsom, Surrey Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 265 Offline	I have to say Gilles, that my wife had a convertible until recently and whenever i drove it, unless raining, I always used to put the roof down, even in bitterly cold conditions. Modern cars keep you warm in the front seats. To be honest whenver I can I have my window open on my Cooper S. I love to hear the rasp of the exhaust and the huge gulps of air the induction kit takes when I am whizzing around. Yes, thank good summer is close

Feb 24th, 2007, 09:09 PM	#9 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 38,595 Online	I think driving with the roof down, at night, down a tree line avenue or country lane, full moon above, burble of the exhaust behind..... That's fantastic driving. There aint no party like my nana's tea party

Feb 24th, 2007, 09:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
ScottyBoy Obsessive Car Cleaner OCC My Classifieds Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Thornaby NE Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 2,894 Offline	Ohhhhh what id do for a soft top in the summer! IM JEALOUS i do love my car tho so im happy

Feb 25th, 2007, 12:22 PM	#11 (permalink)
fl0r15t Press the magic button... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Oxford, UK Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 366 Offline	Convertibles have always sold far better in Northern Europe [than Southern Europe], I think it's because we like to make more of the sun when we get some! Plus I think this is the first wet winter in Southern UK for about few years! Theres areas round here that have had less rainfall than Lisbon or Rome. Having said that I might take the car out right now - it must be at least 11 degrees and I can hopefully dodge a shower or two! Last edited by fl0r15t : Feb 25th, 2007 at 05:10 PM.

Feb 26th, 2007, 10:08 AM	#12 (permalink)
deggles MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Leeds Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 202 Offline	Yep, this winter has been pretty miserable Nice today though, had the roof down and took the scenic route to work this morning - great fun despite some funny looks Think I'll have my official "summer's here" switchover weekend soon: 1. Remove de-icer, scraper and blanket from boot 2. Switch woolly hat+gloves in the glove box for cap+sunscreen. 3. Switch to summer-strength screen wash 4. Load up some summer tunes on the iPod Ok, it's still February so I might be being a bit ambitious 2005 MINI ONE CONVERTIBLE \| [click for spec]

Feb 26th, 2007, 10:13 AM	#13 (permalink)
Rakey Four Candles? My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Hardware Shop Local Time: 09:49 AM Posts: 47,780 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by 85NIXMIN (original) I don't understand why they sell Convertables in places that get really really cold and are always wet??? It doesn't really make sence? Because havintg the roof down is not about enjoying the sun, its about being able to see more of your surroundings, the fresh air, and seeing the wonderful sky I think this winters been ace, really good for roof down motoring, far less cold than previous years, although the cold never stops me from topless motoring Like Paul said, theres nothing better than a bit of night time topless driving The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?
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