moeron

Just curious here folks... I am thinking of buying my very first Corvette. I love the idea of the Targa top vs the rag top..
My question here is:

Is there some sort of drag or turbulence when driving with the targa top open? Or is it like driving with all the windows down and the air simply moves around in the cabin of the car or in any car for that matter?

Thank you kindly!

bonnell

Coupes and convertibles both have their own benefits and issues regarding wind. Both have various means of mitigation. I've owned three coupes and four convertibles and I like convertibles better.

I suggest that you find a way to drive both and make up your mind.

cgladish

with the top off, you will get more turbulence, but it will depend on
what "you" think is "more". in the summer time though, I find that I use the solid ( vs. clear ) top more often. even though the clear is heavily tinted and the a/c runs great, you will still get a lot sunlight coming through. it still gets a bit stuffy for me.


not sure how the storage compares to convertible. with the targa top, I've been able to stow my road bike ( with wheels removed, but still in the back ). even with the top removed, you have a fair amount of space. I will be checking that part starting Saturday.
one of my daughters and I, are starting a 9 day, 6k mile road trip.
hoping to be able to some miles with the top off.
personal note, I do prefer the look of the coupe over the 'vert.
but if I was given a 'vert, would be just fine.

GS982

I have owned 2 C6 coupes and just recently acquired a C6 vert. I have to say I was shocked at how much less air turbulence there is in the convertible. IMO, convertible is the only way to go. I will say I owned a C5 vert back in my early 20's and hated it almost immediately. Not because it was a bad car, but because all I cared about was how fast it would go and couldn't stand the stigma of "convertibles are girl cars". Now that I'm older and wiser, convertible all the way!!!

GARYFINN

I would only buy a Vert but to each his own.

GARYFINN

I think Verts Look Mo Betta !!

moeron

GS982

You can't go wrong either way. Just get one and enjoy!!!

GARYFINN

That's a good point you can't go wrong either way

cgladish

I'm hoping to, one day to expand my current one car collection.
you have half of my favorites ( next will be a chrome bumper C3 ).

Jeff T.

Bought our first Corvette 5 years ago, a coupe. Two weeks ago sold it and bought a vert.

Both had pros and cons, but at the end of the day they are both Corvettes.

First one had black interior, the vert is titanium. I hope its a little cooler in the sun!!

BadAV

I've owned a C5 vert, C6 coupe, and C6 vert. I prefer the convertible; one of the benefits is that it is quieter inside with the top up than a coupe is.

cgladish

if I get lucky enough to get a 2nd 'vette, it will be convertible.
it was actually my first choice, by found my current ride and done.

doomi

With the top down, maybe. Notice how no vert owners show off their ride with that cloth top hanging around?

cgladish

I would agree on the view of top up vs. down.
but then would very easily apply to most 'verts.
that would still not stop me getting one though.

marinablu67

I have an 08 convertible, my second Vette. I've had quite a few GM convertibles over the years, and the C6 is the best so far. With the top up it's extremely quiet and down with the windows down, you can hold a conversation and actually hear the music. Plus you don't get blown around at speed. This is without using a wind deflector. I think that you can contribute this to the shape and rake of the windshield. This is my experience with my car. I'm 5'6, and sit well below the top of the windshield, and so does my wife. Of course, if it's extremely windy, or if you're on a 2 lane road going 70 and get passed by an 18 wheeler going the opposite direction, all bets are off!

If a car model is made with a drop top, it's always going to be my first choice!
Besides, for me being in Florida, taking off and putting on the Targa top gets old really fast!

enventr

That’s a beauty. I had a 95 C4 BLk vert and I
Now have a C6 Black vert with titanium interior. Verts for me especially living in Florida.

rkj427

most larger scale shows require 'verts to be displayed with the top in the up/closed position................

ruxvette

HUH???

rkj427

that looks familiar....................

by the way to the OP...................... had 3 coupes with targa tops prior, would NEVER go back............... prefer the topless style