Hardtop for convertables.......

[stonkn]

Simple question - Has anybody ever seen a hardtop (option or aftermarket) for the Mini Convertable or Roadster...??

Thanks
Marco

[Chr1sch]

In a word....No

Don't know about the roadster but certain it would be impossible for the hatch as when down it hangs over the panels of the car...

[MX-5 Lazza]

Why do you think you need one?
I've been driving MX5s for 14 years in all weathers and never felt the need for one and my Mrs has a MCS convertible and the hood on that is better than on the MX5 in terms of noise suppression & insulation.
The only good reason I can think of is security if you have to park in a dodgy area in which case a convertible might not be the best car to have, especially as hard-tops seem to get stolen more often than soft-tops get vandalised!

[stonkn]

Well, you may not but some people do......Not only from a security aspect but in winter, if the car is parked outside, it can keep the elements at bay & the hood in good condition.
The hatch would provide a design challenge but I suspect there is a small market for this product ....
M

[MX-5 Lazza]

My Mrs has a MCS convertible and the hood is fabric with a glass rear window - I believe they all are. As long as you clean and protect it (i.e. use a good mildew inhibitor and waterproof protector) then the weather will not damage it. It's not like the old vinyl hoods with plastic rear windows which can shrink & crack in cold weather.