How often do you use the top ?
#1
Instructor
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How often do you use the top ?
Curious as to the frequency of people putting the top up and down per week. Just trying to get a feel of the longevity / reliability of the mechanical components as whether or not I should stop putting it up and down so frequently.
I probably take it up/down at least once every single time I drive.
I probably take it up/down at least once every single time I drive.
#2
I figured since I have a car under first the CPO and now the Lexus Extended Warranty I would use it as often as possible. I don't leave the top down when I go in a store, so up it goes and then down when I come out. I use it when the temp is > 60 and under 90 and its not raining.
I've had my 2007 since 2010 and never had an issue. I also have a Luxlink installed.
I've had my 2007 since 2010 and never had an issue. I also have a Luxlink installed.
#4
During the spring/summer/fall it's anytime it's not raining. I raise it when I park it so it'll go up & down several times a day. During the hump seasons I'll do the same anytime it's over 50 & sunny :-)
#6
Instructor
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thats good to hear, im just making myself a bit paranoid by digging through the forums and reading about "potential" top issues that might occur.
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#9
As a rough estimate, I would say I cycle the top (up or down) 500 times per year. Even a three block ride is not to short to have the top down. Plus, with the LuxLink, I can have the top down before I get in and walk away while it is going back up.
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#11
Driver School Candidate
I'm that douchebag driving around in New England on 45-50 degree days with my heated seats, jacket, and heat on level 3, 85 degrees LOL !!! I didn't buy a droptop to drive around with the top on all the time. Honestly - whenever I see convertibles driving around top up on a nice day, I think, "What a waste!" Might as well buy a Ferrari just to go grocery shopping, or a Hummer so you can get good fuel economy.
This winter has been wayyyy too long. Summer needs to get here already.
This winter has been wayyyy too long. Summer needs to get here already.
#12
Driver School Candidate
For about 2-3 months in the Spring and again in the Fall, I pop the top almost every time I take it out-about twice a week or so. I'm in AZ and the weather then is jus perfect.
#13
Lead Lap
I try to drop it whenever it is not raining and between 55°F and 90°F. If it is a bit chilly, then run the heat and wear a coat. If a tad hot, run the a/c. (I've owned my '02 since 2006.)
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