The "novelty" never wore off when Firestar_3x had his. If it wasn't raining the roof was down, regardless. Heck we even had it down in the snow.
If the "novelty" of having a topless car has worn off, perhaps it's time to get something better suited to your needs. There's little point in owning a convertible with the downsides that brings, when you could have a stiffer coupé if all you want is the driving dynamics.
Can I ask what my perceived "needs" may be then? Myself and my girlfriend have a practical car between us, so that takes out that need. I do barely any miles a week, so that takes out the need for fuel efficiency. We also don't have kids, so I don't need to cart them about. I don't see how the "downsides" that you're thinking of affect me in the slightest.
On that note, I don't
NEED to have the roof down at every opportunity; however I have the option if I so desire. A "stiffer coupé" doesn't have this option.
However, if I do find that my "needs" change, you'll be the first I speak to about hiring a diesel Audi
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