You get all the advantages of a convertible without the wind, rain and cold. It would also protect you from dangerous sun rays while affording a great view. Perfect for touring.-- aquamarine, Oct 17 2003 (??) PopeMiata http://www.moesreal...shop/popemobile.jpg [wombat, Oct 04 2004] Vauxhall Astra Panoramic http://www.topgear....t/news/stories/843/ [hippo, Nov 03 2004] popemobile is cute but rather confining...-- aquamarine, Oct 17 2003 The solar retention of glass with none of the pesky structural integrity of steel.-- phoenix, Oct 18 2003 Nothing can replace a real convertible.-- Pericles, Oct 18 2003 Plug one ot those 12v fans into the cigarette lighter while it's parked in the sun and it could double as a "Solar Convection Oven." Just lay a pot roast on the seat while you're at work, and dinner is done when it's time to go home...-- whlanteigne, Nov 03 2004 might be alright in cold climates though. would make the interior much brighter..-- neilp, Nov 03 2004 This describes the Vauxhall Astra Panoramic (see link).-- hippo, Nov 03 2004 random, halfbakery