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Mazda MX5 Hardtops

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If you own a Mazda MX5, you know that this car is not always practical at all times of year. In winter, you get very little protection from the thin vinyl top. There is another way to make your ride warmer. The Mazda MX5 hardtop is one option that is available to be purchased in the aftermarket for all the models of this car. The cost can vary a lot. There are fiberglass and metal tops that cost about $3,000. There are carbon fiber tops, for racing, that are about $2,000. So if you already have the cost of the car, is the cost of the hardtop really worth the extra money?

A MX5 hard top roof will give you a warmer, quieter car to drive in. The top that fits snugly has rubber gaskets to keep out all the cold; glass windows will keep out not only the cold but also the road noises. The hardtop also makes for a safer ride in case the roads are icy or you are in an accident. A quieter, safer car is always better.

There will always be a season or two when the car’s driver wants the top all the way down and the wind blowing his hair. That is when you take the cover off and store it. Removal is not that easy. The top weighs about 50 pounds and taking it off without damaging it is not easy. This is also not a one person job. Once taken off, you have to be careful of storage so that you do not get scratches or other damages. One option is to use a storage bag. You can buy these as an option on the aftermarket as a safe storage option.

Owning an MX5 that also has a hardtop makes it a car for all seasons. It gives you a safe ride and nice stability that is usually not found in most roadsters. The costs are high, but the benefits are higher. The Mazda MX5 hardtop is an accessory worth buying for your car.

Where To Store Your Mazda MX5 Hardtop

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Since 1989 the Mazda MX5 has been on the market, and since then many additions are available for personalizing, or improving the Mazda MX5. One particularly wise option is the detachable MX5 Hardtop, making winterizing easy, as well as taking full advantage of summer weather.

However, storage in the summer can become an issue and may be discouraging without some consideration. Damage is most common when the hardtop is detached. Deciding where to store your MX5 hardtop must be done very carefully, otherwise varied damages may come to the hardtop. A lot needs to be kept in mind, such as keeping it hung in the air to prevent the hardtop from becoming warped and misshapen. Building a stand 1500mm wide is about the right size to support the edges of the hardtop. Several materials can be used, such as lumber or miscellaneous metals if they provide ample support. One other safe storage option is fastening a hook on a the wall in a shed or garage to hang the hardtop on. A loft is another place to consider storing your hardtop.

Even being a rather light hardtop, less than fifty pounds, a Miata hardtop can be a challenge to hang properly. The fixture needs to be functional for extended periods of time, while being secure to prevent dents and scratches. An MX 5 hardtop storage bag works well to save the hardtop from wear and tear damages.

The specially designed storage bag supplies a safety cover for the hardtop, lined with a velvet like product to inhibit scratches and paint chipping. The casing of the bag is made of strong nylon to protect against tears and it has inner padding for additional safety. There are many accessories for the Mazda MX5, but the MX5 hardtop makes the Mazda more versatile, and the storage bag is an essential accessory in keeping your hardtop safe.