Things I've learned about owning

Things I've learned about owning a classic convertible

Always wear sun block. Even if you always tan well and never burn. Never say never.

Valets will let you park free of charge and usually keep the car up front.

Always make sure you have the key to the gas cap. Especially if you decided to take a long Saturday afternoon drive and only have a 1/4 of a tank.

Breaking into a locking gas cap is harder than you think.

Other cars will get the fuck out of your way the minute they see you in the rear view mirror.

Always put the top up at night. You never know when it might rain in the desert at 4:00 AM.

Putting the top up in the rain at 4:00 AM in your boxers sucks.

Girls will flirt shamelessly to get a ride in the car.

You only look good in a cowboy hat while driving the car. Once seated for brunch you just look silly.

A '68 Ford Galaxie comfortably seats 7 (plus three in the trunk).

Guys will flirt shamelessly to get a ride in the car.

Do not attempt the Dukes of Hazzard entry in front of a crowd unless you've practiced.