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      01-25-2013, 12:09 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by morfinx View Post
Wow, I did not know that. Is there any reason for this rule?
Their point of view is that the OEM rollover protection is insufficient and an aftermarket rollbar and harnesses need to be used.

I shouldn't act surprised, since I knew this before getting the Z (and I can always do other driving schools) but right now I can't help but feel like I should have gotten one of the fixed roof cars I was cross shopping instead.

http://www.bmwcca.org/sites/default/...AOpsManual.pdf

page 43

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Convertibles are not allowed to participate in sessions driven at-speed unless the car is equipped
with the following minimum requirements:
a. A rollbar or roll cage meeting the requirements of Section 3.7; and
b. A 5- or 6-point harness for both driver and instructor"

At the discretion of the Chapter, cars with factory-installed, fixed rollover protection or removable roof
sections may be allowed, but only if this protection meets the Helmet Reference Plane described in Figure
1 in Section 3.7 for both the driver and passenger.
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