Convertible top for a convertible vehicle

Abstract

Convertible top (3) for a convertible vehicle (1), which is movable between a closed position spanning a passenger compartment (7) and an open position at least partially exposing the passenger compartment (7) and has a flexible convertible top cover (5), wherein a rear window (13) is provided arranged in a rear window frame (15), which is pivotable relative to the rear window frame (15) in a front upper area in the closed convertible top position about a pivot axis (65) arranged in an upper area of ​​the rear window frame (15), characterized in that the convertible top cover (5) is fixedly connected to a front upper edge area (87) of the rear window (13) in the closed convertible top position and the pivot axis (65) is arranged below a surface spanned by an outside of the rear window frame (15) in the closed convertible top position.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a convertible top for a convertible vehicle, which can be moved between a closed position spanning a passenger compartment and an open position at least partially releasing the passenger compartment, according to the type defined in more detail in the preamble of claim 1.

[0002] For example, DE 10 2007 042 919 A1 discloses a convertible vehicle with a soft top in which a rear window frame with a rear window that can pivot relative to the frame is arranged. The rear window is connected to the frame in its upper section via a double-hinged hinge. A soft top cover is located in the area of ​​a transverse frame element of the rear window frame. This results in a gap remaining between the frame and the rear window in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, which must be sealed to prevent water from entering the passenger compartment. Furthermore, such a solution is disadvantageous from an aesthetic point of view.

[0003] Furthermore, German patent application DE 10 2006 061 838 A1 also discloses a convertible vehicle with a rear window integrated into a rear window frame. In this design, the rear window is mounted to the frame via pivot hinges. This design also has the disadvantage that, when the rear window is closed, a gap exists in the center of the vehicle between the rear window and the frame, which can create an undesirable visual impression. Additionally, a seal is required in the area of ​​this gap to prevent water from entering the passenger compartment.

[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a convertible top for a convertible vehicle of the type mentioned above, in which a rear window integrated into a rear window frame can be pivoted about a front axis relative to the rear window frame and in a simple and visually appealing way prevents water from entering a passenger compartment.

[0005] This problem is solved with a convertible vehicle according to the features of claim 1.

[0006] A convertible top for a convertible vehicle is thus proposed, which can be moved between a closed position spanning the passenger compartment and an open position at least partially exposing the passenger compartment, and which has a flexible cover. A rear window is provided, arranged in a rear window frame, which is pivotable about a pivot axis located in an upper region of the rear window frame relative to the rear window frame. According to the invention, the convertible top cover is fixedly connected to a front upper edge region of the rear window in the closed convertible top position, and the pivot axis is arranged below a plane spanned by an outer surface of the rear window frame in the closed convertible top position.

[0007] Due to the fixed connection of the convertible top cover to the rear window, there is advantageously no externally visible gap in the area of ​​an upper frame element of the rear window frame and the rear window itself. Therefore, sealing in this area to prevent water ingress into the passenger compartment is advantageously unnecessary. Since the convertible top cover is directly connected to the rear window in the solution according to the invention, a visually appealing solution is also achieved.

[0008] The pivot axis does not have to be a physically present pivot axis, but can also be a virtual pivot axis, which is formed, for example, by a lever mechanism or a guide track.

[0009] In an advantageous embodiment of the convertible top according to the invention, a section of the rear window to which the convertible top cover is attached is displaced, at least partially, forward in the longitudinal direction of the convertible top when the rear window is swung open. Alternatively or additionally, a section of the rear window to which the convertible top cover is attached can be displaced, at least partially, into a position below the plane defined by the outer surface of the rear window frame when the rear window is swung open. By mounting the rear window in this way relative to the rear window frame, it can be easily achieved that the convertible top cover is taut when the rear window is closed and is moved into a relaxed or at least no longer taut position when the rear window is opened.

[0010] In a simple design of the convertible top according to the invention, this can be achieved by arranging an area of ​​the rear window, to which the convertible top cover is attached, at least partially in the upward direction of the convertible top above the pivot axis of the rear window when the rear window is closed, so that this area is displaced both forwards and downwards when the rear window is pivoted about the pivot axis.

[0011] In a simple embodiment of the invention, a simple opening movement of the rear window is made possible by a gap between the rear window and a front frame element of the rear window frame when the rear window is closed. This gap is spanned by the convertible top cover. This gap provides the necessary clearance for opening and closing the rear window.

[0012] The convertible top cover can be fixed in the front area of ​​the rear window either with or without a fold.

[0013] From an optical point of view, it is particularly advantageous if the convertible top cover is attached to the rear window in such a way that the transition from the convertible top cover to the rear window is flush and a so-called "flush" connection is present.

[0014] To move the rear window between its open and closed positions, a drive mechanism can be provided which, in a simple design, has a drive device that interacts with the rear window via a lever mechanism.

[0015] In an advantageous embodiment of a convertible top according to the invention, the drive unit can be arranged in a central front area of ​​the rear window when the rear window is closed.

[0016] If the lever mechanism is designed with two levers, one of which interacts with the drive unit and the other of which is connected to the rear window, and the levers are pivotally connected to each other, a simple, space-saving mechanism for moving the rear window is created. The lever mechanism, which can be designed, for example, as a double-lever or toggle-lever mechanism, is arranged, in particular, in a side region of the rear window or the rear window frame. In a robust embodiment of the invention, a lever mechanism is arranged in both side regions of the rear window or the rear window frame.

[0017] A simple interaction between the drive unit and the first lever of the lever mechanism can be achieved via a shaft that extends essentially transversely to the vehicle from the drive unit to the lever. In a design with two lever mechanisms, two shafts extending laterally from the drive unit to the respective levers are provided.

[0018] To easily implement water drainage in a side area of ​​the rear window frame, the side frame elements of the rear window frame can have a water channel. Alternatively, a sealing device can be provided between the rear window and the rear window frame in this area, and / or the rear window can abut the rear window essentially directly, i.e., without a seal.

[0019] In an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the convertible top cover has several cover panels, one of which is a central cover panel located at a front end of the rear window and is connected to lateral cover panels.

[0020] The side panels of the convertible top can be firmly connected to the side frame elements of the rear window frame.

[0021] To easily prevent the convertible top cover from becoming strained when the rear window is moved between the closed and open positions, a fabric slot can be provided in the convertible top cover in a transition area between side frame elements and a front frame element of the rear window frame.

[0022] A simple pivot joint can be used to swivel the rear window relative to the rear window frame. This advantageously eliminates the need for a space-consuming gooseneck hinge. Furthermore, the rear window can be moved via a very small and robust drive mechanism, such as a hinge. Alternatively, swiveling can also be achieved using a joint mechanism, a guide device, or similar means.

[0023] Both the features specified in the claims and those specified in the following exemplary embodiment of the convertible top according to the invention are suitable, individually or in any combination, for further developing the subject matter of the invention. The respective combinations of features do not constitute a limitation with regard to the further development of the subject matter according to the invention, but are essentially merely exemplary.

[0024] Further advantages and advantageous embodiments of the convertible top according to the invention for a convertible vehicle will become apparent from the patent claims and the exemplary embodiment described below with reference to the drawing.

[0025] It shows: Fig. 1 a simplified three-dimensional view of a section of a convertible vehicle in which a rear cover and a convertible top with a soft top cover are visible in a closed position, wherein a rear window hinged to a rear window frame is incorporated into the convertible top; Fig. 2 essentially the Fig. 1 corresponding section of the convertible vehicle, showing the convertible vehicle in a luggage-loading position with the rear window and rear lid swung open; Fig. 3. Place the convertible vehicle in luggage position according to Fig. 2 in another view, showing linkage flaps arranged under the rear cover; Fig. 4 a simplified view of the section of the convertible vehicle of the Fig. 1 without the convertible top cover, with the rear window in the open position and the rear cover with a front area opened about a rear axis; Fig. 5 one of the Fig. 4. Corresponding representation of the convertible vehicle, with the rear window moved into its closed position when the rear lid is swung open; Fig. 6 one of the Fig. 5. A corresponding representation of the convertible vehicle, with the convertible top in an intermediate position between a closed and an open position and the linkage flaps of the rear cover unfolded; Fig. 7 a simplified representation of a section of the convertible vehicle of the Fig. 1 to 6, with the convertible top in the open position; Fig. 8 one of the Fig. 7. Corresponding representation of the convertible vehicle with the top open, the rear cover being opened to reveal a rear storage compartment; Fig. 9 a three-dimensional view of a rear section of the convertible vehicle of the Fig. 1 to 8 in closed position, showing that the rear cover rests on a fabric support bracket; Fig. 10 a three-dimensional representation of a section of the convertible vehicle of the Fig. 1 to 9, where one area of ​​the connection of the convertible top cover to the rear window is more clearly visible; Fig. 11 a section of the Fig. 10. Corresponding representation of the convertible vehicle with the convertible top cover shown only schematically, with the rear window shown in the closed position; Fig. 12 one of the Fig. 11 corresponding illustration, showing the rear window in an open position Fig. 13 one the Fig. 11 and Fig. 12 corresponding illustration, in which a connecting seam is shown in simplified form, which is intended for joining the cover panels of the convertible top cover; Fig. 14 a simplified three-dimensional view of the section of the Fig. 13 from a slant below, showing a drive mechanism of the rear window with a drive device for moving the rear window relative to the rear window frame; Fig. 15 a simplified three-dimensional representation of the section of the Fig. 11 to 13, where a lever mechanism of the drive mechanism is evident; Fig. 16 a simplified three-dimensional view of a rear area of ​​the rear cover in the closed position, wherein a hinge mechanism is shown in each of the side areas, which is provided for pivoting the rear cover into a convertible top receiving position, wherein on a right-hand side in the direction of the vehicle front the hinge mechanism is shown without a storage box for the sake of clarity; and Fig. 17 one of the Fig. 16 corresponding representation of the rear area of ​​the rear cover, wherein the rear cover is shown in a convertible top mounting position.

[0026] In Fig. Figure 1 shows a section of a convertible vehicle 1 with a soft top 3 in the closed position. The soft top 3, which covers a passenger compartment 7, is a soft top with a flexible cover 5.

[0027] For the transfer of the convertible top 3 between the one in the Fig. 1 shown closed position and one in the Fig. In the open position shown in Figure 7, which releases the passenger compartment 7, a convertible top frame 9 is provided, which is attached to a body 11 of the convertible vehicle 1.

[0028] A rear window 13 is integrated into the convertible top 3, which is pivotably mounted opposite a rear window frame 15 which is essentially U-shaped and open downwards, i.e. in the direction of the rear cover 17, and in a rear lower area, in a closed position, may be directly adjacent to the rear cover 17 by means of a sealing device.

[0029] The rear cover 17 has an integral part 18, which, in the closed convertible top position, forms a central parcel shelf and extends longitudinally between the side frame elements 37 of the rear window frame 15 to the vehicle seats 39, and laterally abuts the side frame elements 37 in the closed convertible top position. Part 18 of the rear cover 17 has a substantially rectangular shape, but depending on the design of the rear window frame 15, it can also be trapezoidal, for example.

[0030] By designing the convertible vehicle 1 in this way, the rear window 13 can be very large, i.e. very long in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle and very wide in the transverse direction of the vehicle, so that, for example, a convertible vehicle 1 with a coupe look can be created.

[0031] In its lateral areas, the rear cover 17 has elements 43 which extend longitudinally into a region of a main column 41 of the convertible top frame 9, so that the rear cover 17 has two approximately V-shaped lateral recesses 47 in the region of a leading edge 45, which, in the closed convertible top position, rest on fabric retaining brackets or tensioning brackets 49. The tensioning brackets 49, which are rigidly connected to the convertible top cover 5, extend, in the closed convertible top position, from a rear lower region of the lateral frame elements 37 of the rear window frame 15, curving longitudinally into a region of the main column 41. For sealing against the rear cover 17, the tensioning brackets 49 have a sealing device 51 arranged in an upper region.

[0032] The rear cover 17 is designed as a combined trunk lid and convertible top compartment lid; that is, the rear cover 17 can be pivoted upwards to open a rear storage compartment 19 into a trunk position with a rear section, and to open a convertible top compartment 21 into a convertible top compartment with a front section. A cover mechanism 23 is formed with a frame part 25 for this purpose, which is fixedly mounted to the vehicle body at the front via joint mechanisms 27 on both sides and extends between the joint mechanisms 27 on the respective sides of the vehicle approximately following an edge contour of the rear cover 17. In the closed convertible top position, the rear cover 17 is mounted on the frame part 25 and, to open the rear storage compartment 19, can be pivoted upwards together with the frame part 25 via the joint mechanism 27.

[0033] The cover mechanism 23 further comprises a toggle lever mechanism 29 with two links 31, 33 in each of its lateral regions, the first of which is fixedly mounted to the body at one end and pivotally connected at the other end to the second link 33, which in turn is connected at its other end to the rear cover 17. In addition to the toggle lever mechanism 29, a seven-joint mechanism 35, 36 is provided in a lower lateral region of the rear cover 17, each of which is fixedly connected to the frame part 25.

[0034] In the Fig. 16 and Fig. Figure 17 shows the seven-joint mechanism 35, 36 for pivoting the rear cover 17 from its closed position to its convertible top position. For clarity, a seven-joint mechanism 35 located on the right side of the vehicle, which is essentially a mirror image of a seven-joint mechanism 36 located on the left side of the vehicle, is shown without a bearing box 95 by means of which the seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36 are rigidly connected to the frame part 25. The seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36 ensure in a simple manner that a lower edge 97 of the rear cover 17 does not collide with a bumper (not shown) located below the rear cover 17 when the cover is opened. A virtual pivot point of the rear cover 17 is located in the vertical direction of the vehicle in a region of the bumper via the seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36.

[0035] The seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36 have four links, of which a first link 99 and a second link 100 are pivotally connected at one end to the bearing box 95, which is connected to the frame part 25. A third link 101 and a fourth link 102 are each pivotally connected at one end to a bearing block 103, which is connected to the rear cover 17. Furthermore, the first link 99 is pivotally connected at one end away from the bearing box 95 to an end of the third link 101 that is opposite the bearing block 103. Likewise, the second link 100 is pivotally connected at one end away from the bearing box 95 to an end of the fourth link 102 that is opposite the bearing block 103. Finally, there is a pivotal connection between the second link 100 and the third link 101.

[0036] To release the convertible top compartment 21, the rear cover 17 is pivoted upwards relative to the frame part 25 with the front of the vehicle via the toggle lever mechanism 29 and the seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36.

[0037] To lock the rear cover 17 in the closed position, a locking device can be provided, in particular in an area centrally located in the transverse direction of the vehicle, by means of which the rear cover 17 can be firmly connected to the body 11.

[0038] A pivoting of the rear window 13 relative to the rear window frame 15 is possible via a drive mechanism 53. The drive mechanism 53 acts, for example, via a Fig. The drive unit 55, visible on the rear window 13 and mounted on the rear window 14, is connected to a lever mechanism 59 via lateral shafts 57. The lever mechanism 59, designed as a double-action lever, has two levers. A first lever 61 is operatively connected at one end to the lateral shaft 57 and pivotally connected at the other end to the second lever 63, which in turn is rigidly connected at the other end to the rear window 13. The lateral shafts 57 extend from a dry area into a wet area via a sealing device (not shown in detail) and, in this case, are arranged with the first lever 61 in the wet area within a water channel or gutter formed by the lateral frame elements 37 of the rear window frame 15.

[0039] A rotary movement of the lateral shafts 57, triggered by the drive unit 55, accordingly leads via the lever mechanism 59 to a pivoting of the rear window 13 relative to the rear window frame 15 about a virtual pivot axis 65 formed by the lever mechanism 59. The rear window 13 can be pivoted via the drive mechanism 53 independently of a convertible top movement or a movement of the rear cover 17, so that by pivoting the rear window 13, for example, the passenger compartment 7 can be ventilated during a journey or a loading opening can be created for introducing objects into the passenger compartment 7.

[0040] To release the rear storage space 19, starting from the one in the Fig. In the position shown in Figure 1, an opening movement of the rear window 13 relative to the rear window frame 15 is initiated via the drive mechanism 53. After the rear window 13 has been lifted from the rear cover 17 and has released a space for movement for the rear cover 17, the rear cover 17 is opened – as shown in Figure 1. Fig. 2 can be seen - via the joint mechanism 27 together with the frame parts 25 pivots upwards with the rear area, whereby the rear cover 17 is lifted off the tensioning brackets 49 and extends through a space between the lateral frame elements 37 of the rear window frame 15 which are fixed in this respect.

[0041] In the fully open position of the rear cover 17, this is - as in Fig. Figure 3 shows the rear storage compartment 19, arranged essentially parallel to the rear window 13, and accessible for loading. It is evident that two linkage flaps 67 are arranged below the rear cover 17, each pivotable relative to the rear cover 17 via a pivot axis 69. Closing the rear cover 17 occurs in reverse order.

[0042] When the convertible top is opened, starting from the closed convertible top state according to Fig. 1. First, the rear window 13 is pivoted upwards about the virtual pivot axis 65 and lifted off the rear cover 17, thus releasing a space for movement of the rear cover 17. After the rear window 13 has opened, or superimposed with a movement of the rear window 13, the rear cover 17 is opened via the cover mechanism 23 – here the toggle lever mechanism 29 and the seven-joint mechanisms 35, 36 with a front section – according to the illustration of the Fig. 4 - pivoted upwards. As soon as the rear cover 17 is pivoted so far that it is outside the movement range of the rear window 13, the rear window 13 is - as in Fig. 5 shown - pivoted back into its closed position via the drive mechanism 53.

[0043] By means of a convertible top mechanism 71 comprising the convertible top frame 9, the convertible top 3 can then be moved from the closed position via a mechanism located in the Fig. 6 visible intermediate position in one in the Fig. 7 visible open positions are pivoted, whereby in the Fig. 7 the rear cover 17 is already in its closed position. In order to cover the recesses 47 of the rear cover 17, which are filled by the tensioning brackets 49 of the convertible top 3 in the open position, in an aesthetically pleasing manner, the linkage flaps 67 are pivoted from their position under the rear cover 17 into the recesses 47 during the convertible top movement, whereby the linkage flaps 67 can be arranged with one outer side flush with the rear cover 17.

[0044] During the convertible top movement, the side parcel shelf elements 73, located in the area of ​​the tensioning brackets 49, which, in the closed convertible top position, together with the rear cover 17, define the passenger compartment 7 or separate the passenger compartment 7 from the convertible top storage compartment 21 and the rear storage compartment 19, are moved downwards along with the tensioning brackets 49, so that a pivoting movement of the tensioning brackets 49 is not necessary when the convertible top is opened. This is made possible by the fact that, in the closed convertible top position, the rear cover 17 is arranged above the tensioning brackets 49.

[0045] Moving the convertible top 3 from the open position to the closed position proceeds in reverse order.

[0046] The convertible top 3 is laid down in the convertible top receiving chamber 21 in a Z-shaped movement, whereby a front section of the convertible top 3, encompassing a roof peak 75, is rotated by approximately 180° during the opening movement. In principle, however, all known convertible top mechanisms can be used.

[0047] In Fig. Figure 8 shows the convertible vehicle 1 with the soft top 3 open, the soft top 3 being arranged in the soft top compartment 21. The rear storage compartment 19 is accessible by pivoting open the rear cover 17, analogous to a trunk opening described above.

[0048] One in Fig. Figure 9, a partial illustration of the convertible vehicle 1, shows in particular the interaction of the rear cover 17 with the tensioning bracket 49, schematically depicting a sealing line 77 of the rear cover 17, which is arranged above the tensioning bracket 49 in the closed convertible top position. Because the tensioning bracket 49 does not need to be lifted first when the convertible top is opened, as with conventional convertible tops, any inconvenience to rear passengers, particularly from a rear window moving along with the conventional tensioning brackets, is reliably avoided.

[0049] Fig. Figure 10 shows a section of the convertible vehicle 1, in which an area where the convertible top cover 5 is attached to an upper edge 87 of the rear window 13 is clearly visible. The convertible top cover 5 is formed with three panels, a middle panel 83 being bonded to an upper edge 87 of the rear window 13 by means of a fold 79. The middle panel 83 is connected to a side panel 89 or 91 via a seam 85, and the side panels 89 and 91 are firmly connected to the side frame elements 37 of the rear window frame 15, each of which has a water channel.

[0050] In a transition area between the side frame elements 37 and a front upper frame element 81, which runs essentially in the transverse direction of the vehicle and connects the side frame elements 37 when the convertible top 3 and rear window 13 are closed, a fabric slot is provided in each case to prevent tensioning of the convertible top cover 5 when the rear window 13 is opened.

[0051] In Fig. Figure 11 shows the rear window 13 and the rear window frame 15 with a convertible top cover 5, shown only schematically, with the rear window 13 closed. In this position, the convertible top fabric or cover 5 runs essentially flat from the rear window 13 over the front frame element 81 of the rear window frame 15 over a bow 93 and assumes a taut position.

[0052] The lever mechanism 59 is designed such that, when the rear window 13 is opened, the upper edge region 87 of the rear window 13 is displaced at least partially forward in the longitudinal direction of the convertible top and at least partially into a position below a surface or plane defined by an outer surface of the rear window frame 15. This is achieved by arranging the fold 79, when the rear window 13 is closed, at least partially in the vertical direction of the convertible top above the pivot axis 65 of the rear window 13 resulting from the lever mechanism. The pivot axis 65 itself is arranged below the surface or plane defined by the outer surface of the rear window frame 15.

[0053] This causes the front upper edge region 87 of the rear window 13 to enter a space when the rear window is opened. This space is located in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle between the front frame element 81 of the rear window frame 15 and the upper edge region 87 of the rear window 13, and is spanned by the convertible top cover 5 when the rear window 13 is closed. Thus, when the rear window 13 is closed, the front frame element 81 and the upper edge region 87 of the rear window 13 are spaced apart from each other in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle.

[0054] During the transfer of the rear window 13 from the closed position to the position in the Fig.In the open position 12, the convertible top cover 5 is thus relaxed. The rear window frame 15 has an element 88 in a front lateral area that runs diagonally relative to the surface or plane spanned by the rear window frame 15, which is adapted to and enables a rotational movement of the rear window 13.

Claims

[1] Convertible top (3) for a convertible vehicle (1), which is movable between a closed position spanning a passenger compartment (7) and an open position at least partially exposing the passenger compartment (7) and has a flexible convertible top cover (5), wherein a rear window (13) is provided arranged in a rear window frame (15), which is pivotable relative to the rear window frame (15) in a front upper area in the closed convertible top position about a pivot axis (65) arranged in an upper area of ​​the rear window frame (15), characterized by , that the convertible top cover (5) is firmly connected to a front upper edge area (87) of the rear window (13) in the closed convertible top position and the pivot axis (65) is arranged below a surface spanned by an outside of the rear window frame (15) in the closed convertible top position. [2] Cover according to claim 1, characterized by, that an area (87) of the rear window (13), to which the convertible top cover (5) is attached, is displaced at least partially forward in the longitudinal direction of the convertible top when the rear window (13) is swung open. [3] Convertible top according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized by , that an area (87) of the rear window (13), to which the convertible top cover (5) is attached, is displaced at least partially into a position below the area spanned by the outside of the rear window frame (15) when the rear window (13) is swung open. [4] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized by , that an area (87) of the rear window (13), to which the convertible top cover (5) is attached, is at least partially arranged in the convertible top direction above the pivot axis (65) of the rear window (13) when the rear window (13) is closed. [5] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized by, that in the closed rear window position there is a gap between the rear window (13) and a front frame element (81) of the rear window frame (15) which is spanned by the convertible top cover (5). [6] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by , that the convertible top cover (5) is connected to the rear window (13) via a fold (79). [7] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized by , that the convertible top cover (5) is attached to the rear window (13) in such a way that the transition from the convertible top cover (5) to the rear window (13) is flush. [8] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized by , that a drive mechanism (53) is provided for transferring the rear window (13) between its open and closed positions, which has a drive device (55) that interacts with the rear window (13) via a lever mechanism (59). [9] Cover according to claim 8, characterized by, that the drive unit (55) is arranged in a front central area of ​​the rear window (13) when the rear window (13) is closed. [10] Convertible top according to one of claims 8 or 9, characterized by , that the lever mechanism (59) is designed with two levers (61, 63), of which a first lever (61) interacts with the drive device (55), a second lever (63) is connected to the rear window (13) and the levers (61, 63) are articulated together. [11] Convertible top according to one of claims 8 to 10, characterized by , that the drive device (55) interacts with the first lever (61) of the lever mechanism (59) via a shaft (57) extending substantially in the transverse direction of the vehicle. [12] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized by , that lateral frame elements (37) of the rear window frame (15) have a water channel. [13] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 12, characterized by, that the convertible top cover (5) has several convertible top panels (83, 89, 91), one of which is a middle convertible top panel (83) located at the front upper edge area (87) of the rear window (13) and is connected to lateral convertible top panels (89, 91). [14] Cover according to claim 13, characterized by , that the side roof panels (89, 91) are firmly connected to the side frame elements (37) of the rear window frame (15). [15] Convertible top according to any one of claims 1 to 14, characterized by , that in a transition area between side frame elements (37) and a front frame element (81) of the rear window frame (15) a fabric slot is provided in the convertible top cover (5).

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