Coupe or Convertable

Zedoc · 12-29-2004, 09:24 PM

All things considered, what would you get if you had it to do over again or for the first time, a coupe or a convertable? Why?

nckissfan · 12-29-2004, 09:30 PM

not saying I would do it all over again, I love my car. But, the next Cobra I get will be a coupe. Why?, well there are certain limitations to owning a convertible. For instance, if I want to go to a track event, I am limited to speed, unless I have a roll cage. That is on my want list, but until then, no fun for me. Convertibles are great for when it is beautiful outside. There is nothing that compares to riding with the top down, feels great. You smell the flowers blooming, etc.

NewFoundPower · 12-29-2004, 09:48 PM

Had a 97 vert Saleen. Last vert I will own that is a daily driver. Too many problems with the top (motor, leaking, etc). Just my opinion but the damn thing did look sweet with the top down

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-D-

Flip_Lx · 12-29-2004, 10:04 PM

used to love verts, wanted my first car to be a vert(couldn't find one) but having gone through my wreck and rolling a coupe with a sunroof/moonroof works just fine for me now

InfamousSVT · 12-29-2004, 11:22 PM

I would have to say Coupe!
Never had a vert, but seems like it'd be a lot of trouble to keep the top looking new, easily broken into, and then there's the track issue with a Roll bar!
I just like the smooth lines of a coupe better without the hassle of the vert top!

Just my .02!

cobra330 · 12-30-2004, 09:22 AM

I had a coupe and loved it...but, got an 04 vert. Yes they are heavier and yes they have a little more shake but, that's what subframe connectors are for..and then other mods to the motor..trust me they can be just as fast! The new tops are second to none..and if you put this stuff called RaggTop on them they stay really nice...and with the top down..OH MY GOD does it look awesome...especially if you add the style bar and tonneau covers...which is what I did...style bar on tonneau covers to come!!! Go Vert!!!

Big Daddy · 12-30-2004, 12:46 PM

COUPE-COUPE-COUPE! Verts, heavier, less rigid, more things to break!

JMHO!

flynfink · 12-31-2004, 01:10 AM

Two words,

Top DownTop Down

**97whitevert** · 12-31-2004, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flynfink

Two words,

Top DownTop Down

that should read TOP LESS!!!!!

RheacerDave · 12-31-2004, 10:39 AM

8 Mustangs over the years, 2 notches, 2 conv (87 GT and 03 Cobra), the rest hatches. Conv never feel as crisp handling, and drone seems worse, but on a clear day. Woo Woo Topless!

JenRem · 12-31-2004, 10:51 AM

Other than the fact that I need a roll bar...I love my vert! I never would have my Cobra if I did not insist on having a convertible...my fiancee made me drive it and it was love at first drive! I had a deposit down on another car that was on order (a new mini cooper convertible) and I got that deposit back to buy my cobra! Best decision I have made in awhile.

**Firme** · 12-31-2004, 12:08 PM

after becoming addicted to Open Track and all, as much as I think vert look sweet...........Coupes fo' life

(unless I hit the lotto and can afford to get a vert also, for cruising and nice days)

RheacerDave · 12-31-2004, 01:08 PM

Firme

Just saw your address. I've got a buddy in San Antonio that will be racing a SCCA spec Miata (yeah, I don't why he got rid of the Mustang) . Moved there about 6 months ago. We are looking for a track that is about mid-way between Central Texas and East Tennessee.
Dave

**Firme** · 12-31-2004, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RheacerDave

Firme

Just saw your address. I've got a buddy in San Antonio that will be racing a SCCA spec Miata (yeah, I don't why he got rid of the Mustang) . Moved there about 6 months ago. We are looking for a track that is about mid-way between Central Texas and East Tennessee.
Dave

I don't know about mid-way, as that would prolly put you in Louisiana, but SCMC does a track event at TWS which is in College Station, Tx. We have a handful of spec Miata's that show up too.

arellanoz · 12-31-2004, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Firme

I don't know about mid-way, as that would prolly put you in Louisiana, but SCMC does a track event at TWS which is in College Station, Tx. We have a handful of spec Miata's that show up too.

mustang coupe !!!!!!

View Poll Results: Coupe or Convertable?
Coupe	32	55.17%
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12-29-2004, 09:24 PM	#1
Zedoc Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 84	Coupe or Convertable All things considered, what would you get if you had it to do over again or for the first time, a coupe or a convertable? Why?

12-29-2004, 09:30 PM	#2
nckissfan Everyone hates a winner! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Browns Summit, NC Posts: 2,810	not saying I would do it all over again, I love my car. But, the next Cobra I get will be a coupe. Why?, well there are certain limitations to owning a convertible. For instance, if I want to go to a track event, I am limited to speed, unless I have a roll cage. That is on my want list, but until then, no fun for me. Convertibles are great for when it is beautiful outside. There is nothing that compares to riding with the top down, feels great. You smell the flowers blooming, etc. __________________

12-29-2004, 09:48 PM	#3
NewFoundPower Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: wilmington, nc Posts: 326	Had a 97 vert Saleen. Last vert I will own that is a daily driver. Too many problems with the top (motor, leaking, etc). Just my opinion but the damn thing did look sweet with the top down ! -D- __________________ *#2470 of 3768* JLT CAI in Silver MGW T-56 Shifter *Bassani Cat-back* *MAC H-Pipe with Hi-flow Cats* *SS Bumper Inserts* *Kenny Brown Springs* *Kenny Brown C/C Plates* *Kenny Brown IRS Bushings* *DS-G3s*

12-29-2004, 10:04 PM	#4
Flip_Lx Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Spring,Tx Posts: 36	used to love verts, wanted my first car to be a vert(couldn't find one) but having gone through my wreck and rolling a coupe with a sunroof/moonroof works just fine for me now __________________ 2004 CD Silver Zx5 with Blue inserts #857 R.I.P. 12-17-04 2003 Pitch Black Zx5 with Red inserts #2022

12-29-2004, 11:22 PM	#5
InfamousSVT Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Gastonia, NC Posts: 1,960	I would have to say Coupe! Never had a vert, but seems like it'd be a lot of trouble to keep the top looking new, easily broken into, and then there's the track issue with a Roll bar! I just like the smooth lines of a coupe better without the hassle of the vert top! Just my .02! __________________ 1994 Black on Black SVT Coupe 2004 SVT Cobra Competition Orange - SOLD 1979 Ghia Coupe - SOLD 1994 Chevy S-10 - DailyDriver

12-30-2004, 09:22 AM	#6
cobra330 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 567	I had a coupe and loved it...but, got an 04 vert. Yes they are heavier and yes they have a little more shake but, that's what subframe connectors are for..and then other mods to the motor..trust me they can be just as fast! The new tops are second to none..and if you put this stuff called RaggTop on them they stay really nice...and with the top down..OH MY GOD does it look awesome...especially if you add the style bar and tonneau covers...which is what I did...style bar on tonneau covers to come!!! Go Vert!!! __________________ Gone

12-30-2004, 12:46 PM	#7
Big Daddy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 4,885	COUPE-COUPE-COUPE! Verts, heavier, less rigid, more things to break! JMHO! __________________ 2008 Shelby GT500 White w/Blue Stripes STOCK AND STAYING THAT WAY! Kenny Brown '01 Cobra S Serial # 01-047C True Blue Performance Forged Short Block FR500 Heads & Cams, Fluidyne Radiator McLeod Clutch and aluminum flywheel Aluminum Driveshaft, UPR adjustable clutch cable GT40 Fuel Tank & pumps, Kenne Bell Boost-a-Pump, 60lb injectors, Vortech T-Trim W/After Cooler, 2.9" RR Pulley Anderson Power Pipe, Accufab Throttle Body (USELESS IMHO), MGW Shifter with the blue handle KB Oil Cooling system, KB Differential Cooler Autometer Phantom boost and fuel pressure guages Kenny Brown Aero Kit, Kooks LT Headers H-Pipe with H-flow cats, Bassani Cat Back Snow Boost Cooler T56 Six Speed Tranny MGW BLING-BLING interior stuff 645RWHP and 558RWTQ

12-31-2004, 01:10 AM	#8
flynfink Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Concord, NC Posts: 1,002	Two words, Top DownTop Down __________________ Jeff F. AKA FlynFink 07' Porscha Cayman S 99' Rio Red Cobra Vert. #203 of 4055 94' Black Cobra Coupe #4971 of 5009 "Drive it like ya stole it"

12-31-2004, 10:39 AM	#10
RheacerDave Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tennessee Posts: 32	8 Mustangs over the years, 2 notches, 2 conv (87 GT and 03 Cobra), the rest hatches. Conv never feel as crisp handling, and drone seems worse, but on a clear day. Woo Woo Topless! __________________ Dave Hester, DPh SCCA, MCA, SVTOA, ROEA member SARRC A/Sedan #14

12-31-2004, 10:51 AM	#11
JenRem Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 57	Other than the fact that I need a roll bar...I love my vert! I never would have my Cobra if I did not insist on having a convertible...my fiancee made me drive it and it was love at first drive! I had a deposit down on another car that was on order (a new mini cooper convertible) and I got that deposit back to buy my cobra! Best decision I have made in awhile. __________________ Jen 2001 Mineral Grey Convertible

12-31-2004, 01:08 PM	#13
RheacerDave Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Tennessee Posts: 32	Firme Just saw your address. I've got a buddy in San Antonio that will be racing a SCCA spec Miata (yeah, I don't why he got rid of the Mustang) . Moved there about 6 months ago. We are looking for a track that is about mid-way between Central Texas and East Tennessee. Dave __________________ Dave Hester, DPh SCCA, MCA, SVTOA, ROEA member SARRC A/Sedan #14

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