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Old Jun 15, 2007 | 11:31 AM
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Hello all. Well I had an interesting conversation today with the manager of the autobody shop concerning my damaged Targa top. It seems that General Motors has this item backordered and they have no idea when they will get one in. He has contacted my insurance compan ( who is paying for it ) and they advised him to procure one from a secondary source if it conforms to original factory specs. My question to the forum is this.
Who makes the best aftermarket Targa Top. The manager told me just now he will buy from whatever company that has it if I agree with it so, does anyone have experience in buying these from someone other than GM? If so please let me know ASAP as mine has a huge crack in it.
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Old Jun 15, 2007 | 12:19 PM
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Shocked Mojo hasn't jumped on this one. All the primary aftermarket suppliers have them. Additionally there are two suppliers who deal in tops and associated parts. Melrose and Astrotops. Many( read that most) forum members have had less than satisfactory dealings with Astrotops. I am not in that group. 99.9% would say Melrose. If you do a search I am sure you will find a link.
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Old Jun 15, 2007 | 12:34 PM
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Melrose tops gets good ratings. You could also check C4 Parts for sale and find a good used one for sale, and pocket some cash
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Old Jun 15, 2007 | 04:58 PM
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From what I hear Melrose hands down... and everyone will tell you Astro Tops are crap
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Old Jun 15, 2007 | 06:34 PM
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Thanks guys. The insurance company agreed to contact Melrose on Monday and order a new Targa Top for my Vette. All should be good very soon.
Thanks for the imput as always ...
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