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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 02:01 AM
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What are the chances of a HARDTOP convertible for the C7?

A C7 hardtop convertible would be a great answer to the Ferrari "California"


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Old Feb 9, 2010 | 10:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Parthenon
What are the chances of a HARDTOP convertible for the C7?

A C7 hardtop convertible would be a great answer to the Ferrari "California"

Slim to none. Your weight distribution is going to be off while either in the up or down (most likely down) position, especially in a light weight car. The California (3800+lbs), BMW Z4 (3494lbs) and other hard top convertible cars are pretty heavy for their size so the hard top shifting to the rear doesn't make too much of a difference. Some cadillac XLR owners have noticed a handling difference when the top is lowered on the car.
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Old Feb 11, 2010 | 08:46 AM
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It would be a neat idea.... kinds like the c5 in the picture below...

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Originally Posted by Vette7587
It would be a neat idea.... kinds like the c5 in the picture below...



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