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Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by victorazy(m): 8:33pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
femi9naija: Here is safe but there in Naija, is a shame is not. 1 Like |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by WhiskeyTangoFox: 8:53pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
[/quote]I had a massive boner (no disrespect) after reading ur write up.....explained better than most guys can......shows ur level of exposure and intelligence regarding an issue modern ladies seem to know less about (not stereotyping)....u sound like a "guy's gal"....keep it up[quote author=Darkchocolate post=44585591]So all these comments and not one answer. Smh |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by ophilly: 8:53pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
Convertibles are very safe here in Nigeria. Car thieves look for common, easily disposable cars not for exotic rides like convertibles. I like convertibles, my concern is not about its safety but rather the durability of its leather top and the mechanism controlling it. |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by WhiskeyTangoFox: 8:55pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
@darkchocolate I had a massive boner (no disrespect) after reading ur write up.....u explained better than most guys can......shows ur level of exposure and intelligence regarding an issue modern ladies seem to know less about (not stereotyping)....u sound like a "guy's gal"....keep it up |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by 19naia(m): 8:56pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
With what petrol are they going to operate any vehicle? Thanks fuel scarcity for making auto theft obsolete and making convertible cars safe from theft. I am so happy i bought my Keke/Bicycle a few months ago. Its good exercise for a healthy lifestyle. Burning petrol is not good for fresh air any way. Clean air=clean bill of health. Bicycle , and you will enjoy convertible experience ,not suffer fuel scarcity experience and you will not pollute the clean air with petrol smoke. |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Beejhayz(m): 9:05pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
I think it is safe |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Darkchocolate(f): 9:05pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
WhiskeyTangoFox: |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by InvertedHammer: 9:43pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
/ Not safe in Nigeria. 1. In rollover, you will be decapitated if top is down. If top is up, the frame is not sturdy enough to prevent head injury and the consequent intracranial hemorrhage. 2. You are an easy target for robbers in traffic. 3. No knowledgeable mechanic/electrician to fix the convertible mechanism when it fails. 4. If conversion fails during rainy season, goodluck if you are on the road (although Mercedes do have manual override). Etc. \ |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by femi9naija(m): 11:05pm On Apr 10, 2016 |
BizBloke: 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by GANJAFARMER: 12:35am On Apr 11, 2016 |
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Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by GANJAFARMER: 12:37am On Apr 11, 2016 |
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Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by wtfCode: 12:37am On Apr 11, 2016 |
why u go wan buy am sef |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Darkchocolate(f): 6:41am On Apr 11, 2016 |
GANJAFARMER: Is it really that easy to off pant? Wow...you must teach me the tricks. |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Nobody: 7:24am On Apr 11, 2016 |
InvertedHammer: Inverted, due to additional reinforcement on the base and the sides, convertibles are generally heavier than regular cars, which reduces the risk of a roll over. I wouldn't drive one in Nigeria not because of safety reasons but due to the danger of petty thefts, dust and pollution. Funny enough, because they are not really practical due to minimal legroom in the back and reduced boot space when the roof is down, it wont get used as much as a regular car, hence further reducing the risk of being in an accident. They are very useful though when one is going to an owambe and one has tied gele that is higher than the roof of a conventional car |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by InvertedHammer: 11:51am On Apr 11, 2016 |
tearoses:/ Cars don't just roll over. It could be an accident. The top is so weak that if anything heavy falls on it, it is over. I just had to laugh at the gele part. I don't see any woman riding in a convertible with her gele on. Either the wind distorts the shape or traffic urchins will grab the gele from her head if it looks expensive. \ |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Nobody: 12:31pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
Nor b person wey don chop beleful dey drive convertible? So any mishaps dem face dey have to bear its consequences.. |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by kingreign(m): 2:58pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
InvertedHammer: all/most convertibles have roll bars either permanently up or that automatically comes up when the top is removed or when the car senses an imminent roll over. Besides, the A pillar holding the windshield is harder than standard non convertibles to further withstand crushing impacts. Also, due to lack of B pillars and fixed roof structures, convertibles have most of its weight and structural rigidity aids down to ensure a lower centre of gravity. Finally, airbags, seatbelts and the likes have made convertibles safer than imagined. 3 Likes |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Kashif(m): 4:00pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
kingreign: You took it off my fingers. Spot on! |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by InvertedHammer: 4:19pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
kingreign:/ None of those things mentioned will spare a life in a roll over in Nigeria. I owned an Slk320 and later SL500. At the dealership and even the vehicle manual, they emphasized the risks involved in driving a convertible especially the hardtops and safety myths. All the added features you mentioned were attempts to keep customers happy and keep fatality low. Think about airbags. In fatal collisions, they are useless. I am sure they have safety features but to be driving it in Nigeria requires extra planning. One instance of a roll over will be speeding down the interstate and a pothole or bump appears from no where. Nigeria roads are good for reinforced SUVs that the owners intend to drive within or a little over 100km/hr. \ 1 Like |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by kingreign(m): 4:51pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
InvertedHammer: those long oral and written sermons are as a result of health and safety considerations, i know cars have all sort of warning notices as a legal means to protect manufacturers in event of crashes from drivers or environmental errors. But i know convertible cars are safer than you think they're. All the added features you mentioned were attempts to keep customers happy and keep fatality low. Think about airbags. In fatal collisions, they are useless.i have been saved by using my seatbelt 2 times in my old carina 2 liftback. First crash was the car lost control on high speed, went over a flyover and landed in a deep drainage below. NHSTA and NCAP arent silly to conduct crash tests in real life situations and in controlled environments. A convertible with all the safety gizmo is safe, but without use of safety device, occupants could be killed in even an SUV (talking about Late Mr Ocholi's case). I am sure they have safety features but to be driving it in Nigeria requires extra planning. |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by Nobody: 5:27pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
InvertedHammer: Look well |
Re: Convertible Cars, Safe Or Not? by femi9naija(m): 8:34pm On Apr 11, 2016 |
Hmmm... Quite insightful in here. But my main concern is can't the car be easily burgled by tearing down the soft top? |
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