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Convertible suitable for Ireland?
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26-06-2013 11:50am#1
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Oc course they are impractical here, but that's not why we buy cars is it?? Perhaps a hardtop like an Eos might be a compromise, better everyday than a soft top, and when the sun shines, drop the roof.
http://cars.donedeal.ie/cars-for-sale/vw-eos-1-6-cabriolet-comfort-2006/50903100 -
I love the idea of having a convertible...
And I'd say that's all it is. A nice idea.
What you need is an estate car with a roof-rack if not an MPV or van. My brother is into the surfing and he's regretting buying a coupe - it's really not compatible with regular weekending and trips to the coast. He's trying to sell the coupe now and is looking at getting a small camper VW Transporter conversion.
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Definitely an estate if you're in a rush to get there and not worried about a bit of cramped sleeping.
If you plan on cruising along at a reasonable pace get a van far more comfortable enough room for a few bodies in the back and set up an awning for the bbq.
I drove around Australia in an 81 Hiace with a pop top and a few thrown together storage boxes, it was possibly one of the best trips I've ever done. It's nice to have a bit of space getting changed after surfing and there's not a whole lot in the back of an estate. Mates I traveled with had an estate and more often than not they'd end up in the van.
Best of luck with either way.
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listermint wrote: »
The Audi Estate is the best looking imo. One of the few cars where the estate looks as good, if not better, than the saloon.
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Forget Coupés - and the boots on cabrio's are non-existent !!
The answer is, as pointed out, a Van/Camper, or an estate.
A van, you know what that looks like - An estate, well that's one in my sig right there !! Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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I own the Audi A4 convertible, its no good for holding a surf board or bike. Plus when youve the roof down you lose more around 30% of your boot.
Its a great car, and I wouldnt change it for the world, but I dont have biking or surfing requirements.
Go for the audi or bmw estate, much more suited to your needs, oh and get the sunroof as the compromise for the cabriolet 0 -
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listermint wrote: »
Stay away from 2 liter Audis and VW diesels of that year at all costs!
Chain to the balancing shafts can snap, balancing shafts drive oil pump (shaft for oilpump also too soft and short), leaving your engine without oil whilst driving along, result knackered engine and turbo, multi thosaund €€€€ bill.
And there seem to have been some even worse problems with the 2 liter bimmers.0 -
Just imagine...driving the little sideroads along the atlantic ocean, that rain blonde on the seat of an Audi convertible, blonde wind in your hair + seaspray!!
fypAny issues with security & a soft-top: ie little scobies taking a knife to the roof?
I park my car currently under sycamore trees: they drop a sap onto car dyring summer! Dont like the idea of cleaning off a soft roof...
Personally, I wouldn't own a convertible if I didn't have a garage. If nothing else, the roof will just last longer, being protected, not to mention the vandalism aspect...or the bird**** aspect........or the sap aspect.........Ode To The Motorist
“And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road”
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listermint wrote: »Looks ****e thought
I'll not be a grammer nazi like some to your response, but I agree, its not an attractive looking solution, but it is a practical solution, the OP gets to buy and enjoy a nice tasty convertable without restriction, and has the flexibility of having a trailer to attach when they want to go surfing occasionally.0 -
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