For anyone who wants or likes convertibles

[gonzo8402]

Better get some earmuffs.

Driving a convertible car can seriously damage your ears, experts have warned.

Cruising with the top down at speeds of 50-70mph (80-112km/h) exposes the ears to sound levels sometimes nearing those made by a pneumatic drill, they argue.

Long or repeated exposure to this noise of the engine, road, traffic and wind could cause permanent hearing loss, a US meeting of ENT experts was told.

Researchers said convertible drivers should consider wearing some form of ear protection, as motorcyclists do.

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So if you're eyeing this:

You better get some of these:

 

[LILGROWN1]

That car is hot! I got 2 convertibles and I didn't know this. Thanks for the info.

 

[thoughtone]

Some say the most beautiful convertible. The 1971 - 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Spider

 

[doggish_098]

This article is miles behind the technology of most convertibles produced today.

 

[HALO2]

don't buy GM..