Originally Posted by Midwest Muscle

I think that's the kind of things that happen when you name your cars /quote]

Actually, that is the kind of thing that happens when you do not 'cushion' the top when you pull it over center as the last step before latching.
I usually sacrifice a hand to cushion it, but have found that if you are really careful, you can gently pull it over center and catch it before it slams into those 2 latch plates.