Said I was going to get a hard top when I first got my F.... Still haven't, most of us don't bother as roof is down most of the year. Suppose its a personal choice, you can pick them up pretty cheap now on flea bay but I would say wait a while and see how you feel about getting one, you could always just buy a good cover for the winter, mine sits out in all weathers and i have never had a problem, just need to treat the soft top with a good clean and protecter.
Hope you enjoy the rest of the summer as topless as possible, look forward to seeing some pics of your new F
Tina