solid vs clear top
1st Gear
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Question
Never heard that the painted top made the car quieter....could this just be your imagination? I can't come up with any engineering explanation for this...both tops have to fit perfectly from the factory...maybe your glass top was out of whack and let in some noise/wind....
Drifting
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I assume that the solid fiberglass top has some sort of insulation behind the headliner to keep it quieter. The OP can probably apply some insulation, then a headliner, to help keep the interior cooler and quieter if this is his only top.
Advanced
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I never use my glass top. Here in Texas it just gets too hot. I figure if I want the sun beating down on my balding head I'll just take the top off. Besides, I think the painted top looks better on my car.
Drifting
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And lets an amazing amount of light in. I don't have a glass top yet, but had one on my C4. With the tinted windows to match the top, it was perfect. I can't wait to get a glass top for this one.
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Drifting
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The solid colored roof came as stock. For $750 you could have the transparent roof panel only. For $1,200 you could have both.
the solid top is a little heavier, but the difference seems minimal.
The solid top is definitely quieter, thicker material and a thick interior lining blocks ambient noise much better than the transparent roof.
I have both but rarely use the transparent top.
the solid top is a little heavier, but the difference seems minimal. I have both but rarely use the transparent top.
Drifting
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