steelcities

For all those in the flying roof club, there is a cheaper option than a 1600 replacement top.

I purchased this:


and spent about twenty minutes changing the hardware for less than half the price.

DAFFYDRUNK

Perhaps post more details, like part number, cost, where you got it ect...

Z06 1of38

Definitely two thread worthy info.

steelcities

23412816 Window Asm-Rf Lift Off (Transparent)
COUPE, TRANSPARENT
$708.07

Available at most GM parts places with different names. Pricing varies. Your dealership can order as well and save some shipping costs.

A couple of screws and the handles and latches are transferred. The weatherstripping pulls off (no residue, formed around a metal piece). A couple of screws for the metal form and the transfer is complete when the weatherstripping is stretched back on.

Saved myself $1000 doing it this way.

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curve65

Very cool and and thanks for sharing!

DAFFYDRUNK

That's not bad. Part of the reason I went vert is I was imagining damaging the top and the cost to replace. Assuming you can swap the hardware from a regular top, you might as well skip the clear option and add it once you get the car. Then you save a couple hundred bucks and have the original top just in case.

C5FlyerGuy

Im thinking this isnt for a "visible carbon roof" is it? Are there any options for a visible carbon roof other than buying a whole new roof?
Thanks!