Fast Cars - Should Your Next Sports Car Be A Convertible? (Part 1)
For many of us, the very thought of a sports car conjures up a convertible top vehicle. We might think of a sports car as our opportunity to drive in perfect weather, top down, feeling a part of nature and closer to the driving experience.
Of course, not all convertibles are sports cars and not all sports cars are convertibles.
When one is considering the purchase of a sports car, they need to determine whether or not a convertible best suits their needs, regardless of their almost innate desire to experience the so-called open road. There are a variety of factors one should consider when deciding whether to buy a conventional hardtop vehicle or a convertible model.
Insurance costs are generally higher for a convertible. Convertibles are, initially, more attractive to thieves as their sliceable soft tops make entry a cinch. Also, whether we like to think about such things or not, there is a greater risk for serious driver and passenger injury in a collision while driving a sports car with a convertible top. This also drives up insurance costs. The hardtop shell provides an important layer of protection in many accident situations and one must consider both the reduced safety and high insurance costs associated with purchasing a topless model.