New cables are recommended with each top. The cables attach the top to the frame at the front and rear at each side. Seam bindings, as originally, are hand rolled vinyl.Ī pair of cables, one on each side, is encased in the top during installation. We offer both the unzippered, as original, tops and the zip down window tops. Some reproductions are made with zippered rear windows to allow the top to be up while the window is down. Original Alfa tops had unzippered rear windows. (The padding builds out the top slightly at the rear sides.) If you want quarter sections with padding go to the main page and select the category with padding. The rear quarter sections on this page are NOT made with installed padding. You may select either vinyl or canvas for your top for any year. The modern Haartz Stayfast canvas is the replacement most like the original.Īfter 1981 Alfa tops were made in both canvas and pinpoint vinyl. Padded Quarters = Foam padding sewn into the Top from inside on both sides of the rear window.įor Alfas prior to 1981 the original convertible top fabric was black or tan canvas cloth. We offer this Top with & without padded side Quarters. But the padding does confer some visual 'fullness', attractive to many, to the top (when up.) Unpadded tops fold down flatter. The padding does not confer significant sound deadening and the interior foam can deteriorate with (long) time. Tops are made with the rear quarters either padded or unpadded. Shop with confidence: 6 year manufacturer warranty.Plastic windows are DOT rated heavy 40-gauge thick vinyl. Convertible top fabrics are mildew & mold resistant, and UV treated for color fastness. All seams are doubly electronically welded and sewn for added reinforcement.To locate a professional installer please enter "automobile upholstery shops near me" in your browser search bar. This installation involves removing and installing seals and hardware (transferring from old to new top) and involves rivet work.There is no sewing involved. A handy and meticulous person may consider DIY installation.
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