Series 2 convertible

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   Hi all. I'm thinking of buying a 2018 218 convertible. I was just wondering how reliable the roof mechanism is and what I need to do to keep it in top shape. Any advice would be really appreciated! Are there any known issues with the roof or rest of the car?

Thanks!

Dave

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Lejunte Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Member Joined: 17 Feb 2021 Location: Swansea Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Lejunte Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Series 2 convertible Posted: 17 Feb 2021 at 3:56pm
	Hi all. I'm thinking of buying a 2018 218 convertible. I was just wondering how reliable the roof mechanism is and what I need to do to keep it in top shape. Any advice would be really appreciated! Are there any known issues with the roof or rest of the car? Thanks! Dave

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Lejunte Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Member Joined: 17 Feb 2021 Location: Swansea Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Lejunte Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 Feb 2021 at 1:35pm
	Any thoughts from anyone who has a convertible?

Paul.S Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Club Member Joined: 09 Apr 2018 Location: Hertfordshire Status: Offline Points: 33	Post Options Post Reply Quote Paul.S Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 Feb 2021 at 2:32pm
	I have a 2016 Z4 with the metal folding roof and have had no issues. The 2 series has the 'material' roof which has a much simpler folding mechanism and should therefore be at least as reliable or even more so.

Lejunte Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Member Joined: 17 Feb 2021 Location: Swansea Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Lejunte Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 Feb 2021 at 4:16pm
	Thanks Paul. Appreciated! 👍

rpennington Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Club Member Joined: 22 Apr 2013 Location: Leic Status: Offline Points: 906	Post Options Post Reply Quote rpennington Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 Feb 2021 at 7:13pm
	Hi Dave With regards to caring for the roof. If you garage the car,don’t leave the roof down if it is wet as this will cause it to go green & mouldy & also if you get a cleaner & waterproofer,this will help to care for the roof to keep it in good condition. Regards Rich Edited by rpennington - 19 Feb 2021 at 7:21am
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Lejunte Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Forum Member Joined: 17 Feb 2021 Location: Swansea Status: Offline Points: 7	Post Options Post Reply Quote Lejunte Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 Feb 2021 at 9:33pm
	Hi Rich. All noted. Thanks very much. Getting excited now... collecting a week tomorrow!

Aggie Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Club Member Joined: 10 Jul 2013 Location: Gosport Status: Offline Points: 64	Post Options Post Reply Quote Aggie Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 19 Feb 2021 at 4:41pm
	Dave With regards to looking after your roof, I avoid parking under trees. Tree sap is a nightmare. Renovo produce good cleaning and protection products. If your roof looks good now, look after it. To do a proper strip, clean and protect is hard work. FYI, be careful using the waterproofing sprays, where a mask as it pretty nasty stuff.
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