The relationship between automobile convertibles, retractable roofs, and sexuality has been explored in depth for decades. In psychology, this is known as psychosexual cars, which refers to the association between driving an open-top vehicle and sexual desire. The car's design features, such as its top and windows, are thought to have a significant impact on how drivers feel while behind the wheel and can even be used to stimulate them sexually. This concept was first popularized by Sigmund Freud, who believed that people went through five stages of psychological development during childhood, each stage related to a different part of their body. According to his theory, children initially relate to their genitals and experience erotic feelings when touching objects that resemble these parts, including vehicles.

The connection between cars and sexuality can also be seen in pop culture, particularly in movies and advertisements.

In "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," Ferrari is shown taking a girl out on a date in his red Ferrari convertible, with a sunroof that she loves. In commercials, automakers often emphasize the fun and excitement of driving convertibles or cars with retractable roofs, hinting at the potential for erotic experiences. Some companies have even gone so far as to suggest that there is something inherently sexy about driving these types of cars, claiming they offer a sense of freedom and adventure that other vehicles cannot match.

Not everyone agrees that cars with open tops are necessarily associated with increased arousal or attraction. Some researchers have found no evidence to support this idea, arguing that it may simply be due to cultural associations rather than any actual physical effects. Others argue that the association could vary depending on factors such as age, gender, and personality type.

Young men may be more likely to feel a sexual charge from driving an open-top vehicle than older women.

Despite these contradictory findings, many drivers still believe that there is something special about the relationship between psychosexual cars and sexuality. Whether or not it has scientific validity, it remains a popular topic in popular culture and personal experience.