{"id":106838,"date":"2024-05-22T22:07:52","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T05:07:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=106838"},"modified":"2024-10-25T09:24:04","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T16:24:04","slug":"tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Buying a Used Convertible"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column106838_6d96a4-bd inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-cbdd0f  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-a45ff4\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading106838_442ec1-7c\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cargo space, engine size, seating capacity, and roof quality are some of the factors you should consider before purchasing a used convertible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some red flags to avoid include a malfunctioning roof, mismatching VIN, missing or damaged seals, a shoddy repair\/repaint job, and dampness in the interior.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It&rsquo;s a good idea to ask a mechanic or someone who&rsquo;s owned convertibles for a long time to help you determine whether a vehicle is a money pit or a good purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Buying used is a great way to own the convertible you&rsquo;ve always wanted without paying the premium of purchasing a brand-new car. But before you sign the paperwork and accept the keys, there are a couple of things you need to check to make sure that you&rsquo;re getting a good deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Factors to Consider Before Starting Your Search<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before buying a used convertible, it&rsquo;s important to consider factors based on your lifestyle, such as cargo and seating capacity. Unlike regular sedans, you also have to pay extra attention to the quality of the retractable roof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"old man planning to buy a used car convertible\" class=\"wp-image-106841\" style=\"width:1024px;height:682px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/old-man-planning-to-buy-a-used-car-convertible.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Before buying a used convertible, it&rsquo;s important to consider factors based on your lifestyle, such as cargo and seating capacity.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cargo Space<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>More often than not, the roofs of convertibles will be stored in the trunk&rsquo;s cargo space. Therefore, you need to make sure there&rsquo;s enough room in the back for all your belongings. It&rsquo;s important to think about how much stuff you put in your vehicle regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number of Seats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also important to consider the number of passengers you&rsquo;ll need to drive regularly. Some larger convertibles can seat up to three passengers in the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roof Quality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Carefully check the state of the retractable roof before finalizing your purchase. Look for tears and scratches in soft-top convertibles and dents and scratches in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/hardtop-convertibles-advantages-disadvantages-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"hard-top convertibles\">hard-top convertibles<\/a>. Ensure that the convertible roofs are air-tight and still fit over the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red Flags to Watch Out For When Shopping for a Used Convertible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some signs that should make you think twice about purchasing a used convertible include a malfunctioning roof, mismatching <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-vin-number-on-a-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"VIN\">VIN<\/a>, missing or damaged seals, a shoddy repair\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/repainting-your-vehicle-picking-the-best-car-paint-color-and-finish-for-you\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"repaint job\">repaint job<\/a>, and dampness in the interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roof Struggles to Detach, Open, or Close<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Odds are, you&rsquo;re getting a convertible over any other vehicle type because you want a vehicle with a removable roof. It&rsquo;s important to check if the roof opens and closes properly. Ask the seller if you can test it out&mdash;if the roof strains when it moves or if the seller outright refuses, the car is probably no good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mismatching VIN<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the VIN of the vehicle doesn&rsquo;t match what&rsquo;s on the title, there&rsquo;s a possibility it was stolen. This is typically done by &ldquo;title-skippers&rdquo; who want to avoid paying sales tax and other registration fees. This is a crime in every state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Missing or Damaged Seals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The seals are among the most important parts of any convertible because they prevent air and water from entering the vehicle through any gaps in the detachable roof. Check the seals are fully intact. If they&rsquo;re dry, cracked, or missing, you should check for signs of water damage inside the vehicle. A good way to confirm if the seals are damaged is if there&rsquo;s a whistling noise when driving at high speeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Poor Repair and Paint Job<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a vehicle&rsquo;s paint is mismatched in some areas, odds are the seller painted over scratches and other signs of damage. This was likely done to hide blemishes and critical flaws, making for an easier sale. Similarly, if the vehicle has a lot of malfunctioning or corroded parts, you&rsquo;re better off looking elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch Out for Dampness and Sloshing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Check for water leaks by feeling for any dampness in the car&rsquo;s interior. If there are any signs of mold or rust inside, discoloration in the floor panels, or if the carpeted areas are moist, move on. These are clear indicators the convertible can&rsquo;t keep water out anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Listen closely for sloshing noises, and try swinging the car door from side to side. If you hear water, that&rsquo;s another indicator you should find another convertible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Tips Before Buying a Used Convertible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always test drive a vehicle to get a feel of how it handles, which features work, and whether or not it meets your standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s also a good sign if the seller can provide the vehicle&rsquo;s complete repair and maintenance history. Minor repairs should be fine as long as the seller is honest and upfront about them. Similarly, check under the hood to make sure all fluids are full and that there are no signs of leaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re not an expert DIY-er, it&rsquo;s a good idea to take along a mechanic or someone who&rsquo;s worked on convertibles for a long time. They should be able to help you determine whether a vehicle is a money pit or a good purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Get a New Top for Your Convertible<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you purchase a used convertible, one of the first parts you should check is its top. A soft top is more likely to break down over time, and it likely won&rsquo;t look very good unless the previous owner took pains to maintain it. Buying a replacement convertible top should help refresh the entire vehicle&rsquo;s look. You can check CarParts.com if you&rsquo;re looking for a replacement top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a> catalog includes convertible tops from trusted aftermarket manufacturers. We pair each top with a 60-day return policy in case it doesn&rsquo;t meet your expectations. The tops in our catalog come in different colors and designs to suit your convertible perfectly. You don&rsquo;t need to be tied to classic black and tan options if you want something different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spruce up your secondhand convertible. Buy a replacement <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/convertible-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"convertible top\">convertible top<\/a> from CarParts.com now.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Buying used is a great way to own the convertible you&rsquo;ve always wanted without paying the premium of purchasing a&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":106840,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[53,3950,3768],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[2607,3742],"class_list":{"0":"post-106838","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-features","8":"category-for-the-car-owner","9":"category-lifestyle","10":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Tips for Buying a Used Convertible - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn all about the factors you should consider before buying a used convertible, including the red flags you should avoid.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Tips for Buying a Used Convertible - In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn all about the factors you should consider before buying a used convertible, including the red flags you should avoid.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"In The Garage with CarParts.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-05-23T05:07:52+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-10-25T16:24:04+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/man-planning-to-buy-a-used-convertible.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1333\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@carpartscom\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\\\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/www.carparts.com\\\/blog\\\/tips-for-buying-a-used-convertible\\\/\"},\"author\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"$id\":\"4\",\"name\":\"CarParts.com Research Team\",\"jobTitle\":\"Expert Automotive Writer\",\"description\":\"The CarParts.com Research Team is composed of experienced automotive and tech writers working with (ASE)-certified automobile technicians and automotive journalists to bring up-to-date, helpful information to car owners in the US. 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