This is one of the most popular restyling techniques for new cars.
These roof treatments give a car a greater touch of class. The top
consists of a fiberglass shell which is molded for the specific car,
an outer skin, and in most cases, chrome moldings. The skin is
laminated to the shell. The shell is then rivetted and siliconed to
the metal roof, and then the moldings are screwed in place. These
tops add a flair of styling to an otherwise bare metal roof giving
your car that look of luxury which sets it apart from the rest. We
can install a Simulated Top on a new car or on an older car which
never had one. We can also replace an old top which is damaged or
worn.
Style Options
Many colors & design options are available to meet your taste
Vinyl or Cloth
A cloth skin is a more attractive and durable material. A vinyl skin
is slightly easier to clean and is slightly more economical. We
always recommend cloth unless you are replacing a skin which was
originally vinyl and you want to keep it original. Both are
available in a wide array of colors.
Full Top or Half Top
Most models are designed to take full tops while some allow the
option of a half top as well. Half tops have front molding/bands
with or without integrated accent lighting. The cost for both is
about the same. If you have a moonroof and choose a full top, the shell is cut out
around the moonroof. If you choose a half top, the shell ends just
behind the moonroof.
Ribbed Top or Flush
Top
Most shells are made with subtle ridges to simulate the look of a
convertible. Some later model designs also offer low profile, flush
shells without the ridges for a sleeker look.
With or Without Moldings
Most designs incorporate wireon trim and rear chrome moldings. The
chrome moldings may be
smooth or with snap heads. Often with the later model flush designs
the wireon and moldings are left off to further enhance the sleek
look.
Binding
Vinyl tops have vinyl binding. Cloth tops have the option of vinyl
or cloth binding, or again for that sleeker look, no binding at all,
wherein the cloth is wrapped around the shell.
With or Without Logos
Skins can be made plain or with logos in the rear sail panel/quarter
area. Logos can either be embroidered into the skin, or done as
metal emblems which silicone on.
