Top-up wind noise, security

-Tj- · 08-23-2005, 07:55 AM

I'm hoping to get a few responses from some of those who have already received their Solstices or who have driven them for my question...

I've never had a convertable before, and seeing as the top isn't exactly welded to the rest of the body, I'm wondering if there's any wind noise that manages to slip past any crevaces between the roof and the body/windows? Also, how secure is the top? Any joe with a knife could easily get in (obviously) but how about otherwise?

The Sky will be my only ride once it rolls into town, so I'd like to have some insight on all of this.

Thanks

sky_vue · 08-23-2005, 10:33 AM

That is an interesting questions as I plan on occasion to travel at highway speeds..

I drove the Chrysler Sebring and was happy with the interior noise levels.. granted different kind of car.. but you should definately expect for it to be a little more noisy.

Angelqute1 · 08-23-2005, 02:15 PM

How embarrassing that I have all of these pics (laminated, at that) all over my walls at work and my coworker asks me if I have a pic of the car with the top up and I cant find a single one. HELP???

mhw745 · 08-23-2005, 02:19 PM

My last roadster was a '69 MG Midget. If road noise is a concern, you won't be happy in a roadster. I figure most of my driving will be top down anyway as long as it's not hurricane season in S. FL. We can see the T-storms rolling in so it's a quick stop to put up the top.

Wonder if the police will mind a headset for listening to the radio?

DuSpinnst · 08-23-2005, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mhw745

My last roadster was a '69 MG Midget. If road noise is a concern, you won't be happy in a roadster. I figure most of my driving will be top down anyway as long as it's not hurricane season in S. FL. We can see the T-storms rolling in so it's a quick stop to put up the top.

Wonder if the police will mind a headset for listening to the radio?

I see people listening to ipods while driving, so I think it's fine.

SkyMan 08 · 08-23-2005, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mhw745

Wonder if the police will mind a headset for listening to the radio?

It is against the law in Tennessee to drive with headphones...but I wonder if that applies to the cell phones with the headsets I see so many people wearing...

sky_line · 08-23-2005, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Angelqute1

How embarrassing that I have all of these pics (laminated, at that) all over my walls at work and my coworker asks me if I have a pic of the car with the top up and I cant find a single one. HELP???

sent one to you! hope it's what you were looking for!

S. L.

Delnari · 08-23-2005, 10:29 PM

Well I have some good amount of seat time now in the Solstice and I must say it is quieter than my Mitsu Eclipse Spyder ever was. The wind noise was hardly noticed, just as if I was riding in a BMW convertible.

ishot3bucks · 08-23-2005, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by -Tj-

Also, how secure is the top? Any joe with a knife could easily get in (obviously) but how about otherwise?

I drove a jeep wrangler for 7 years (soft top) The first thing I said when I got it was "hey, where are the locks on this thing" He said most came without locks if you had a rag top, because if you lock the door they will just cut through the soft top.

I know thats not what you want to here, but basically dont leave stuff out on your seats...cell phones, cash, purse, wallet or anyting that will tempt someone from "cutting" in.

**reedred** · 08-24-2005, 12:43 AM

Whenever Mother parks her Miata anywhere other than home or work, she leaves the doors unlocked and the alarm armed. Like me, she has no interest in ever having to live with a replacement roof.

sky_line · 08-24-2005, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by reedred

Whenever Mother parks her Miata anywhere other than home or work, she leaves the doors unlocked and the alarm armed. Like me, she has no interest in ever having to live with a replacement roof.

iF SOMEONE WANTS IT, UNFORTUNATELY, THEY'RE GONNA TAKE IT. NO MATTER WHAT THE PRECAUTION!

**reedred** · 08-24-2005, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by sky_line

iF SOMEONE WANTS IT, UNFORTUNATELY, THEY'RE GONNA TAKE IT. NO MATTER WHAT THE PRECAUTION!

I'd rather have it gone altogether than tainted, though. That's what insurance is for!

sky_line · 08-25-2005, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by reedred

I'd rather have it gone altogether than tainted, though. That's what insurance is for!

agreed......can always get another!!

SkyMan 08 · 08-25-2005, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by sky_line

agreed......can always get another!!

in a few years......

marklynn70 · 08-25-2005, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by sky_line

agreed......can always get another!!

Back in line on the waiting list.

sky_line · 08-25-2005, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by marklynn70

Back in line on the waiting list.

not me...........i'm awill have been a previous owner.....one of the special perks!

mhw745 · 08-25-2005, 08:26 PM

Well, I am guessing I would have experienced wind noise today considering I had to drive home from work early due to Hurricane Katrina. My Ion was a little shaky driving on the FL turnpike. I will assume the Sky would handle that part of wind better having a lower profile.

DrJDup · 08-25-2005, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ishot3bucks

I drove a jeep wrangler for 7 years (soft top) The first thing I said when I got it was "hey, where are the locks on this thing" He said most came without locks if you had a rag top, because if you lock the door they will just cut through the soft top.

I know thats not what you want to here, but basically dont leave stuff out on your seats...cell phones, cash, purse, wallet or anyting that will tempt someone from "cutting" in.

So that's why I see convertables and jeeps like exposed mardi gras breast at the malls!!

DuSpinnst · 08-26-2005, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DrJDup

So that's why I see convertables and jeeps like exposed mardi gras breast at the malls!!

Yep, if it's not going to rain, why bother with the top. It's not like it is a theft detterant.

08-23-2005, 07:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
-Tj- First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 56 My Photos: (0)	Top-up wind noise, security I'm hoping to get a few responses from some of those who have already received their Solstices or who have driven them for my question... I've never had a convertable before, and seeing as the top isn't exactly welded to the rest of the body, I'm wondering if there's any wind noise that manages to slip past any crevaces between the roof and the body/windows? Also, how secure is the top? Any joe with a knife could easily get in (obviously) but how about otherwise? The Sky will be my only ride once it rolls into town, so I'd like to have some insight on all of this. Thanks

08-23-2005, 02:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
Angelqute1 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 1,046 My Photos: (11)	Speaking of Top Up How embarrassing that I have all of these pics (laminated, at that) all over my walls at work and my coworker asks me if I have a pic of the car with the top up and I cant find a single one. HELP???

08-23-2005, 02:19 PM	#4 (permalink)
mhw745 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: S.E. Florida Posts: 111 My Photos: (0)	MG Midget My last roadster was a '69 MG Midget. If road noise is a concern, you won't be happy in a roadster. I figure most of my driving will be top down anyway as long as it's not hurricane season in S. FL. We can see the T-storms rolling in so it's a quick stop to put up the top. Wonder if the police will mind a headset for listening to the radio? __________________ Marc Red Sky at morning. Sailor take warning. Red Sky at night. Sailor's delight

08-25-2005, 08:26 PM	#17 (permalink)
mhw745 First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: S.E. Florida Posts: 111 My Photos: (0)	Wiond Noise Well, I am guessing I would have experienced wind noise today considering I had to drive home from work early due to Hurricane Katrina. My Ion was a little shaky driving on the FL turnpike. I will assume the Sky would handle that part of wind better having a lower profile. __________________ Marc Red Sky at morning. Sailor take warning. Red Sky at night. Sailor's delight

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08-23-2005, 10:33 AM	#2 (permalink)
sky_vue First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 248 My Photos: (0)	That is an interesting questions as I plan on occasion to travel at highway speeds.. I drove the Chrysler Sebring and was happy with the interior noise levels.. granted different kind of car.. but you should definately expect for it to be a little more noisy.

08-23-2005, 10:29 PM	#8 (permalink)
Delnari First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Japan Posts: 554 My Photos: (1)	Well I have some good amount of seat time now in the Solstice and I must say it is quieter than my Mitsu Eclipse Spyder ever was. The wind noise was hardly noticed, just as if I was riding in a BMW convertible.

08-24-2005, 12:43 AM	#10 (permalink)
reedred First 2000 Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 3,345 My Photos: (8)	Whenever Mother parks her Miata anywhere other than home or work, she leaves the doors unlocked and the alarm armed. Like me, she has no interest in ever having to live with a replacement roof.

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