An Old Convertible Can Steal The Show

by Jay Lenoo

Old convertibles often elicit the greatest response out of classic car show viewers when they walk by and peer into the open top at the convertibles interior. I have even seen rough looking convertibles get great response.

I think it goes back to our youth, the feeling of freedom of riding a bicycle with the wind blowing through our hair. The idea of doing the same thing in a slick looking classic convertible elicits the same feelings. People just love to ride and drive a nice classic convertible.

Also without the coupe or sedan, a topless car seems to just look better in most cases. The sexy imagery and feeling of coolness when you consider driving a convertible makes it even seem to make you more attractive to the opposite sex.

Grab Some Attention!

Face it, a nice classic convertible in driving will elicit head turning. People notice you when you drive a topless classic car.

Rag Tops

The great thing about convertibles is that you have the option to roll up the top and the windows and get in out of the rain. In the old classic convertibles, these tops were called "ragtops."

Rag tops of old had a harder time sealing out the rain but as the years went by, they got better and better at it. Still it is worth being able to ride with the wind in your hair to endure a few drops here and there, but I would check out a convertible cartop restorer if this were the case.

Buying Classic Convertibles

One of the best places to find classic convertibles is Ebay. Ebay Motors has all kinds of convertibles from custom convertibles to the factory convertible and everything in between.

Have Fun!

What can be more appealing than driving a convertible? Convertible classic automobiles, with their awesome looks, are in demand in the market. For someone who is hoping to snag his own top-down, get you a classic convertible. You will love it!

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This post was written by Floyd Peterson on December 24, 2008

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