The 1980s were a time when convertibles were the ultimate lifestyle flex, a way to say ‘I’m doing pretty good for myself and I like to have fun!’
Why the ’80s Demanded the Top Down
The decade was practically built for convertibles, with big hair and a desire for fun driving experiences. After the gas crisis of the previous decade, people were looking for a way to make driving fun again.
In the ’70s, if you wanted fresh highway air, you rode a motorcycle. The ’80s fixed that, with a wide range of convertibles available, from Mustang and Camaro to Porsche and BMW.
Original reporting: K2 Radio (Casper) — read the source article.
