Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist???

bandman · 03-23-2008, 11:06 PM

I love to drive, and in my younger days was usually a bit above the speed limit most of the time, but now days I just like to drive. On an average day day I probably drive 10-15 miles (my 2001 pick up has 30,000 miles on it).

As it gets close to the time that we will be buying a car for my daughter (she will be driving in 3 years) I was thinking about buying a hybrid convertable and enjoying it myself for a couple years, and then giving it to her as her car for high school and college. In doing my research I have yet to find a company that has a hybrid convertable, so I'm asking you guys -- is there one out there???

I'd love to get a car that is cute, fun to drive (not a speedster) and gets 45-60 MPG. Any ideas???

mattdalton · 03-24-2008, 12:02 AM

I don't think there's anything stock available today. But if you can afford the $80K price tag and wait until next year you can have one of these babies.

Wind drag would probably hurt mileage with the top down, but somehow I don't think I'd mind too much on a sunny day.

rowuk · 03-24-2008, 10:24 AM

Saab Unveils World's First Hybrid Convertible
Saab debuts world's first dino-free hybrid/first hybrid convertible - Autoblog

Another option would be to get proven technology like a Prius and have it pimped. There are plenty of shops that could do this - probably cheaper than directly from the manufacturer - whenever they get around to it...........

MJ · 03-24-2008, 11:53 AM

Pimp my Prius

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Originally Posted by rowuk

Another option would be to get proven technology like a Prius and have it pimped. There are plenty of shops that could do this - probably cheaper than directly from the manufacturer - whenever they get around to it...........

mattdalton · 03-24-2008, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rowuk

Saab Unveils World's First Hybrid Convertible
Saab debuts world's first dino-free hybrid/first hybrid convertible - Autoblog

Another option would be to get proven technology like a Prius and have it pimped. There are plenty of shops that could do this - probably cheaper than directly from the manufacturer - whenever they get around to it...........

The Saab is still a just concept car, right? I do agree that having something proven "pimped" makes more sense. If one could get a successful result, that is. All hybrids I know of are 4-door cars, but convertibles are supposed to be 2-door models, right? (Maybe I'm too much of a traditionalist in this regard.) I own/drive a Prius and while I think it is a great car I can't imagine it as a decent convertible.

Here are pictures of a salvaged Prius that was turned into a convertible, so people can decide for themselves.

MJ - Pimping my Prius..how can I think of that when there are so many trumpets to buy first?

stchasking · 03-25-2008, 10:51 AM

Bandman,
I have a 2004 Fire Red Mustang for you. It has a 3.9 liter engine with traction control and ABS. Only 39600 miles. Your daughter would look good in this car.
I will be glad to give you a good deal.
PM me.
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bandman · 03-25-2008, 10:56 AM

Ummmmmm..... no hybrid convertable prius for me thanks!

I did find that the honda civic will have a sun roof. I guess that is as close as I'll get.

I'm proud of myself for at least thinking hybrid. A few years ago I would have been thinking POWER!!!

I've decided that I'm putting $20K in an account this week for a car for my daughter. When she learns to drive she will get a practical car, hopefully a hybrid with great gas mileage. That will be her car for high school and college and I guess in the end I'll have given her a good economical SAFE first car that will take her from High School into teh real working world.

Darn, it's hard to be a good father when it would be so much more fun to go out and buy a new 350Z for myself.

godchaser · 03-25-2008, 11:24 AM

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If you can hold off on some fun in the sun for the next couple of years, and redirect that 20K Bandman- likely you could swing your Daughter's Hybrid and the 350 too?

You may want to speak with Offshore Banking, Tax Havens and Global Investing
Good outfit there.

-

Vulgano Brother · 03-25-2008, 12:09 PM

Why not a Smart Roadster? Cheap to keep, and cool. http://www.automotoportal.com/media/.../070312004.jpg

brem · 03-25-2008, 12:17 PM

I can't wait for the VolksWagen TDI Hybrid! 3.8L/100km :)

03-23-2008, 11:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
bandman Forte User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lafayette, LA, USA Posts: 1,041	Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? I love to drive, and in my younger days was usually a bit above the speed limit most of the time, but now days I just like to drive. On an average day day I probably drive 10-15 miles (my 2001 pick up has 30,000 miles on it). As it gets close to the time that we will be buying a car for my daughter (she will be driving in 3 years) I was thinking about buying a hybrid convertable and enjoying it myself for a couple years, and then giving it to her as her car for high school and college. In doing my research I have yet to find a company that has a hybrid convertable, so I'm asking you guys -- is there one out there??? I'd love to get a car that is cute, fun to drive (not a speedster) and gets 45-60 MPG. Any ideas??? __________________

03-24-2008, 12:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
mattdalton Pianissimo User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Newcastle, WA USA Posts: 142	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? I don't think there's anything stock available today. But if you can afford the $80K price tag and wait until next year you can have one of these babies. Wind drag would probably hurt mileage with the top down, but somehow I don't think I'd mind too much on a sunny day. __________________ Matt Dalton Last edited by mattdalton; 03-24-2008 at 12:03 AM. Reason: fixed typo

03-24-2008, 10:24 AM	#3 (permalink)
rowuk Moderator Fortissimo User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Germany Posts: 4,374	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? Saab Unveils World's First Hybrid Convertible Saab debuts world's first dino-free hybrid/first hybrid convertible - Autoblog Another option would be to get proven technology like a Prius and have it pimped. There are plenty of shops that could do this - probably cheaper than directly from the manufacturer - whenever they get around to it........... __________________ Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.

03-25-2008, 10:51 AM	#6 (permalink)
stchasking Forte User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,367	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? Bandman, I have a 2004 Fire Red Mustang for you. It has a 3.9 liter engine with traction control and ABS. Only 39600 miles. Your daughter would look good in this car. I will be glad to give you a good deal. PM me. Buy New & Used Cars, Research Prices, Sell My Car, Find Auto Dealers Search zip code 63301 __________________ "I was performing professionally at age 17 and have never had a real job." Allen Vizzutti http://cdbaby.com/cd/mcking Last edited by stchasking; 03-25-2008 at 11:07 AM.

03-25-2008, 10:56 AM	#7 (permalink)
bandman Forte User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lafayette, LA, USA Posts: 1,041	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? Ummmmmm..... no hybrid convertable prius for me thanks! I did find that the honda civic will have a sun roof. I guess that is as close as I'll get. I'm proud of myself for at least thinking hybrid. A few years ago I would have been thinking POWER!!! I've decided that I'm putting $20K in an account this week for a car for my daughter. When she learns to drive she will get a practical car, hopefully a hybrid with great gas mileage. That will be her car for high school and college and I guess in the end I'll have given her a good economical SAFE first car that will take her from High School into teh real working world. Darn, it's hard to be a good father when it would be so much more fun to go out and buy a new 350Z for myself. __________________

03-25-2008, 11:24 AM	#8 (permalink)
godchaser Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 544	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? . If you can hold off on some fun in the sun for the next couple of years, and redirect that 20K Bandman- likely you could swing your Daughter's Hybrid and the 350 too? You may want to speak with Offshore Banking, Tax Havens and Global Investing Good outfit there. -

03-25-2008, 12:09 PM	#9 (permalink)
Vulgano Brother Moderator Fortissimo User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Home Posts: 3,265	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? Why not a Smart Roadster? Cheap to keep, and cool. http://www.automotoportal.com/media/.../070312004.jpg __________________ "A tool good enough to be so used and not too good" C.S. Lewis That Hideous Strength www.letsbuildhope.org

03-25-2008, 12:17 PM	#10 (permalink)
brem Mezzo Piano User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Quebec City, QC, Canada Posts: 676	Re: Hybrid Convertable -- does one exist??? I can't wait for the VolksWagen TDI Hybrid! 3.8L/100km :) __________________ brem ----- NYTC Stage 1 California Light - Schilke 15B mpc Bach Stradivarius Bb Model 37 * #124xxx (circa 1975) - Schilke 15B mpc Yamaha YFH-731 Flugelhorn #000xxx - Yamaha 14F4-GP mpc

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