Convertable-hardtop
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Convertable-hardtop
OK, I love the look of the FRC. I need wind in the hair though, so with that said, is there a hard top you could put on a convertable to make it appear to be a FRC? I think I've seen it done, but before I purchase a vert down the road, I wanted to know how it could be done and how much it would be. Because I love my coupe/hardtop style. 
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
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Something like this 
Here's my custom built Z06/coupe targa top on my vert. I did it myself and have about $1600 tied up in it
Here's my custom built Z06/coupe targa top on my vert. I did it myself and have about $1600 tied up in it
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Yes, both Caravaggio and Smooth Line make aftermarket hard tops for the C5 vert:
Caravaggio Tops
Smooth Line Tops
Caravaggio Tops
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Originally Posted by GrayC5
Yes, both Caravaggio and Smooth Line make aftermarket hard tops for the C5 vert:
Caravaggio Tops
Smooth Line Tops
Caravaggio Tops
Smooth Line Tops
Both make a very nice hardtop for the convertible. GB Vette - great job you did in making that top for yours.
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Originally Posted by wallstAL
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I've got the Smoothline. Less expensive than the Caravaggio, but less back window. Not a problem for me because of the different Deck Lid that has added to the blind spot situation. Also liked the Black Vinyl option, which I realize isn't for everyone.
