What Should I Know Before Buying A Convertible?

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• For decades, the convertible has been a symbol
  for glamor and cool. A top-down car racing down
  the freeway while the wind blows the drivers
  hair with wild abandon isnt just a part of car
  culture, its a part of modern-day Americana. But
  like many fantasies, the image and reality dont
  always match up. Here are some things everyone
  thinking about buying a convertible should know

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• It seems obvious to say, but many people dont
  consider that the roof of a convertible has to go
  somewhere when its retracted. For both soft
  top and hard top convertibles, that somewhere is
  the cars trunk. Modern convertible tops are
  designed to be easy to use and to take up as
  little space as possible, but no matter what you
  do, putting down your convertibles top is going
  to be taking away a good chunk of the cars
  storage space.

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• In addition to limited trunk space, convertibles
  tend to have less room for passengers, as well.
  While some convertibles are technically
  4-seaters, most of them have small rear passenger
  sections that will be uncomfortable for many
  adults, especially over long distances. If you
  need a car that will be used to transport more
  than two people on a regular basis or requires a
  decent amount of trunk space, then you may have
  trouble finding a convertible that meets your
  requirements.

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• Convertibles also come with extra upkeep that has
  to be performed, in addition to the usual
  maintenance that car owners need must do on their
  vehicles. The interior of a convertible is
  regularly exposed to the elements in a way that
  regular car interiors are not, and both hard
  roofs and soft roofs have their own associated
  costs. Soft tops have to be replaced when they
  wear out, and the machinery that retracts a hard
  top can break, leading to a potentially costly
  repair.

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• Another thing to consider about convertible
  ownership is that not every area has ideal
  weather for a topless car. Rain, snow, dust,
  heavy wind, excessive heat or cold, and other
  environmental factors can easily ruin a
  convertible ride, especially if they are a
  frequent occurrence on the roads in your area. It
  should go without saying, but having a garage is
  basically a prerequisite to owning a convertible.

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• Because convertibles come in a variety of models,
  its hard to say whether or not they get better
  or worse mileage as a group compared to other
  kinds of cars. Midsize convertibles with four- or
  six-cylinder engines can usually be counted on to
  get more than 20 miles per gallon, but luxury
  models often have V8s or other powerful engines
  that eat up a lot of gas, usually getting less
  than 20 miles per gallon.1 When shopping for a
  convertible, dont assume every model will have
  the same mileage get the numbers for each model
  youre considering.

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• Most convertibles come with safety features such
  as roll bars and side airbags that protect
  passengers during accidents, but for some models,
  they are only available as optional add-ons.
  Additionally, convertibles offer less security
  from thieves than closed cabin cars. Being
  conscious of security and safety at all times is
  a must for anyone who is considering buying a
  convertible.

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• Owning a convertible requires lots of attention
  toward maintenance and safety. But for drivers
  who are willing to devote the attention to those
  things that are necessary, a convertible comes
  with many advantages, too. Convertibles give
  their owners a chance to experience the road like
  no other car, and are the perfect choice for
  drivers who feel freest when driving, the wind in
  their hair and a full view of the horizon in
  front of them.

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• Desert Sun Motors is one of New Mexicos leading
  auto dealerships, and is your one-stop shop for
  new and used convertibles, sedans, trucks, and
  other vehicles. View our inventory or contact one
  of our experienced salespeople at
  www.desertsunmotors.com today.