Patent ID: 6672645
Filing Date: 2004-01-06
Classification: B60J

Abstract:
A convertible (1) comprising:a top (2) storable in a rear part of the convertible when the top (2) is in an open position; a top cover (5), wherein the top (2) in the open position is stored underneath the top cover (5); wherein the top cover (5) is movable for releasing a passageway opening for the top (2) via which the top (2) is moved for storing the top (2) in the open position and for returning the top (2) from the open position into a closed position; an extension member (7) pivotably connected to the top cover (5); wherein, in the open position of the top (2), the extension member (7) is positioned substantially in front of the top cover (5), when viewed in the travel direction (F) of the convertible; wherein the extension member (7) is pivotable relative to the top cover (5) such that the extension member (7), when the top (2) is in the closed position, is positioned in a stored position at a relative angle (&agr;) to the top cover (5) underneath the top cover (5), wherein the relative angle (&agr;) in the stored position is a right angle or substantially at a right angle; and at least one first drive member (9) connected to the top cover (5) and the extension member (7), wherein the at least one first drive member (9) is configured to carry out a pivot movement of the extension member (7) relative to the top cover (5).