Just a taste of some of the tops we have done over the past 20 years
We only use first quality materials never seconds. (the material is constant- no thick or thin parts
The foam we use is a hard poly foam that does not absorb water. (keeping your car finish from holding water)
Full , Half, quarter Vinyl Tops Padded or unpadded
Full, Half, Quarter Cloth Tops Padded
Original old school tops with double seams and original materials or halo rear windows
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The below job didn't start out looking this good.
This customer brought in their car for a replacement vinyl top. When we remove the top all the damage was reveled! Here at Merrillville Auto Glass & Restyling we can do the body work needed to get your car back to where it should be
Check out the photos below (just click photos for a bigger look
Note: none of this was visible before we removed the top.
Vinyl Tops / Cloth Tops
Add a classic touch to collector cars and to current model cars as well. We're proud to offer vinyl roofs made from the finest materials, and cut to precise patterns by skilled and experienced craftspeople. All of our vinyl roofs feature premium polyester thread in all seams, for the ultimate in strength and durability. Choose factory-original authentic style seams, or universal center seams… even double french seams. You may prefer authentic and factory-correct vinyl materials and grains, or totally different custom materials. As you can see - not all tops Installations are the same.
SIMULATED CONVERTIBLE TOPS New and Replacement Skins
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 by E&G Classics and Jaycore
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.
8606 Mississippi Street
Merrillville IN 46410
(219) 769-1905
Our Hours are:
9:00 am to 5pm
Monday - Friday
