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Old Apr 5, 2014 | 10:58 AM
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What are the best options for replacing a 2001 C5 convertible top? Are original tops still available, is there something better? What should I expect to pay for a new top installed?

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Old Apr 5, 2014 | 12:11 PM
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Be careful in getting a top. We have heard of some suppliers that DO NOT provide an exact OEM identical replacement. One guy here was told they were but it was not and got hit with a BIG restock fee. I have no idea of where to go but make sure you go with a KNOWN and experienced Forum vendor if possible. Maybe some one here will chime in with at least one or two good sources.
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Robbins Convertible tops are absolutely the best quality tops on the market used by most top end car manufacturers and I have heard that they were the original top maker for C5 Corvettes. Not cheap , but if you want quality this is your top .
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Originally Posted by bj1k
Robbins Convertible tops are absolutely the best quality tops on the market used by most top end car manufacturers and I have heard that they were the original top maker for C5 Corvettes. Not cheap , but if you want quality this is your top .
Plus they offer custom colors if you want to go with something different.
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