New top
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4th Gear
Joined: Nov 2020
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New top
I have a 96 convertible that needs a new top, I took it to a shop here locally and they quoted me $1900 the headliner is still good, I would be paying for a new canvas top with glass window and defroster, weatherstripping and cables and installation, I can buy a new top online for around $500, their price seems excessive am I wrong?
Safety Car
Joined: Aug 2002
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From: SANTA CRUZ CA
Pro
Joined: Dec 2017
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From: Omaha, NE
Soft Top
I had a canvas top replaced this spring on a 92 with a plastic back window. It cost me $1600. $900 for the labor, $425 for the top, and $275 for the weatherstripping. My head liner was good also. I also recommend Robbins Brand tops. I found one on sale from EZsofttops.com. The one for a 96 with the glass back window is a couple hundred dollars more than mine was. Some shops won’t let you buy the top.
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2012
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From: Outside the Quick Stop N.J.
I started down that road with my 89, but the top has to be completely removed to swap out the window so I decided to have the glass window conversion done. I will say that the stitching on my top was not in the best shape either.
Pro
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Vancouver Washington
The quote is certainly in the ball park.
I had my top replaced this year and labor was around $900 and I used the old liner. I purchased my replacement in stages. First the quality canvas top ($450) early last year, then later the weatherstrip kit ($275). I installed the weatherstrip myself and saved some on that. What a job that is.........wow!
Certainly all worth it though, totally changed the look of the car.
I had my top replaced this year and labor was around $900 and I used the old liner. I purchased my replacement in stages. First the quality canvas top ($450) early last year, then later the weatherstrip kit ($275). I installed the weatherstrip myself and saved some on that. What a job that is.........wow!
Certainly all worth it though, totally changed the look of the car.
Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 18
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From: Turnersville NJ
I had my 95 convertible top replaced about 18 months ago, Kept the headliner, replaced the weather stripping, $1250 for the whole package. The new top included the glass window and rear defogger.
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