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Josh (PA) · 01-11-2021, 08:35 PM

I've always read to leave it stored with the top up. It keeps the fabric taut and doesn't allow for creases to form. In the old days of the plastic rear windows it was even more important. I will leave mine down for a day or two, but not more than that.

Can you put it up w the key when you get out? I programmed the 1er with my Carly to do that. Its much easier to get out with the top down, then use the key fob to put the top up.

01-11-2021, 08:35 PM	#2
Josh (PA) Hello. Join Date: Mar 2004 Carmudgeonly Ride: '09 X3, '11 328xiT, '11 135i C, '17 c2, '19 X5 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 5,528	I've always read to leave it stored with the top up. It keeps the fabric taut and doesn't allow for creases to form. In the old days of the plastic rear windows it was even more important. I will leave mine down for a day or two, but not more than that. Can you put it up w the key when you get out? I programmed the 1er with my Carly to do that. Its much easier to get out with the top down, then use the key fob to put the top up. __________________ Josh (PA) - '19 X5 '17 991.2 C2 Cab '11 135i Convertible '11 328xiT '09 X3