Cedar Point has announced that the highly anticipated Top Thrill 2 roller coaster will remain closed for the remainder of the 2024 season due to ongoing mechanical modifications. The decision was made to allow the ride’s manufacturer, Zamperla, to make necessary adjustments to the coaster’s vehicles. Despite earlier hopes that the closure might be brief, Cedar Point has confirmed that the ride will not reopen this year.
Top Thrill 2 was expected to be a major attraction this season, as it is an enhanced version of the original Top Thrill Dragster, which has been closed since 2021 following an accident. The new ride features significant upgrades, including a dual-tower vertical speedway and a state-of-the-art launch system, but it seems these complex features have required more extensive modifications than initially anticipated.
Cedar Point has promised to keep fans updated on the progress of the modifications and any future plans for reopening on their website and social media channels. The park has expressed disappointment in not being able to deliver the ride experience to guests this year but remains committed to ensuring the coaster meets all safety and performance standards before it eventually opens.
For those eagerly awaiting the chance to ride Top Thrill 2, the park has asked for continued patience as they work to resolve the issues.