Convertible Storage
 

I store my Crossfire convertible about 9 months a year. Which is better top up or top down? Top up stretches the material, top down creates wrinkles that will eventually split. Or am I over thinking the whole issue?
Thanks

Re: Convertible Storage
 

It is a BIG mistake to leave the top down a lot. The top was intended to be UP most of the time.
Remember, the top was DESIGNED to be up and "stretched'.

Re: Convertible Storage
 

It gets wrinkled looking fast when down, unfortunately my Wife likes the way it looks down so thats the way she leaves it.

Re: Convertible Storage
 

I'll 3rd it on storing with the top up. For years I stored a drop top Vette with an updated Hartz Stayfast convertible top. Definitely eliminated wrinkles and having the top up, windows rolled up kept a few charcoal briquets on the floor to keep the interior from getting musty, eliminating any moisture that might accumulate in the garage. Also put a bar of Ivory Spring soap under the seat to keep her fresh :D

Regards,

Re: Convertible Storage
 

During the spring, summer and fall the top is usually down and during the winter always up.

Re: Convertible Storage
 

Thanks everyone- it's going to be top up- and I won't feel bad doing it...
Truesy

Re: Convertible Storage
 

I store top up for the winter (~6 months) but it spends almost the entire summer top down (garaged and under a light car cover). Yes, I do have wrinkles behind the rear window where it folds. But what is the point of having a convertible if the top is not down.

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My top is closed all winter while parked in the car condo pictured below and closed nightly and garaged at home during the driving season

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.cro...ee92e6d4b7.jpg

Re: Convertible Storage
 

I always leave mine up while stored.