Convertible Top Window Material

These days there are two main types of materials used for convertible rear windows.

Convertible top window material.

Glass convertible top windows have been the industry standard since convertible automobiles were introduced and glass windows offer what every owner wants. Solid rear window protection from the elements. Modern soft convertible car tops often have glass windows glued to the cloth vinyl or other soft material with a melted plastic strip instead of a clear vinyl window sewn to it. Over time automakers developed sturdier materials for convertible rear windows to improve security and structural integrity.

The gauge thickness of the window material is the primary determinant when it comes to the material s recommended applications. This is the original material used on british convertibles including jaguar rolls royce and many others. Achilles crystal view vinyl the next generation clear marine window vinyl part cv 100 020 thickness part cv 30 030 thickness. Designed for marine use made to remain clear with less yellowing than current clear vinyls.

If and when the glass comes unstuck sometimes due to the canvas shrinking from neglect or otherwise it can be very. The first convertible rear windows were thin sheets of clear plastic that were zippered or sewn into the convertible top. The british bison vinyl convertible top fabric is often referred to as crush grain british everflex vinyl we are now pleased to offer british everflex vinyl for classic english tops.