Driving convertables in the Winter?

Question

Ok, so I absolutly love Mitsubishi Eclipses [Convertables] and I had a few questions. It's a softtop and how reliable are they in the Winter? I live in New York and we get quite a bit of snow here. I really want one but I dont want to ruin the soft top in the winter. So how reliable are they?

Answer 1

Also, make sure that you use a good convertible top conditioner. This will keep the top from cracking. Keep the snw brushed off as much as you can and be careful when scraping your windows. That scraper can cut the top in no time at all. I lived in Michigan most of my life and had a couple of convertibles. Just take care of the top and it will be all right.

Answer 2

I have had a convertible for over 4 yrs. now and although we don't get as much snow as the north,I have had no problems out of the top.

I would suggest a car cover for you for the winter months.They aren't real expensive.

Answer 3

In the past, owners often had to replace soft tops, but with the advent of glass rear windows and more durable top construction methods, today's convertible tops last much longer.