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> WAS Top - " New Saratoga top " project back in the spot light, Yes we will be back in production June-July if there is enough interest
Mikey914
post Feb 11 2021, 12:36 AM
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So a few of you know we made an initial run of these some time ago (Yes it has been 10 years). We had a large learning curve and made a better product than the Saratoga tops in that they were more crude.

Ours use factory type seals, and will feature a abrasion resistant coating now that will make handling them easier for the end user (not having to be overly cautious on handling).

The tooling has been redone to make the fit and finish better I plan to pull the 1st sample part and assemble mid March on these, just for myself. Thought it may be time to bring these back.

Pricing will be in the $850 range for the roof with all seals and added protective costing that is more durable. This is if we get 10 takers Hardware will be available at $125 for all 4 mounting points in a non stock (custom made version)

Special colors (other than charcoal smoke) will be available but may have an extra charge ($50 ish) these will be available in the initial run without any additional fabrication cost to form as they will be part of the run.
You can see the blue one I did. It's pretty striking with the white interior.

We have been able to make significant improvements
on the original version that I plan to show in March when I can assemble the new prototype.

Do we have 10 takers for the roofs?


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post Feb 11 2021, 01:46 AM
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I'm your huckleberry.

I didn't understand the bit about the hardware.

Maybe now I won't need a heater.
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post Feb 11 2021, 01:53 AM
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I'd be all over this if I wasn't moving to the UK in a few weeks.

Unless you've got a preproduction top sitting around. There's no way I could justify the shipping and import fees for this.
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post Feb 11 2021, 04:38 AM
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I am interested in one.
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post Feb 11 2021, 05:43 AM
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I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need.(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads/post-3348-1613024986.jpg)
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post Feb 11 2021, 05:49 AM
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I’m in for one.

Thanks
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post Feb 11 2021, 06:24 AM
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QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Feb 11 2021, 03:43 AM) *

I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need.

Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer.

I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week.
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:00 AM
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Not sure if shipping to UK/ Ireland is possible/ affordable- if so would be in!
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:24 AM
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QUOTE(98101 @ Feb 11 2021, 04:24 AM) *

QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Feb 11 2021, 03:43 AM) *

I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need.

Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer.

I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week.

@98101 I have the first gen on my car. Love it!! I was able to modify the stock hardware and make it work. I do switch the top with a stock top in the summer time. Even though it’s tinted and matches my windshield it will still cook you.

I would also be interested in the new top if it’s a significant improvement over the one I have.
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:25 AM
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These look really nice. What are the color ranges? Does the 850ish price include the hardware or is that separate?
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:35 AM
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@Mikey914 heck yeah (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
Was on the old list but I'm 100% still in!
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:41 AM
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QUOTE(98101 @ Feb 11 2021, 04:24 AM) *

QUOTE(jim_hoyland @ Feb 11 2021, 03:43 AM) *

I want to replace mine for sure; please add my name to the list. I originally owned #3 top, but sold it to Wes in a time of need.

Jim, I see you're in Southern California. I'm curious whether you would use yours all year or if you would switch back to a regular roof in the summer.

I could sure use the (local) greenhouse effect here in Seattle this week.

I used it year around. Never got hot because of the top. It’s kinda like a tinted window effect.
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:42 AM
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Oh and Mike I am almost certainly in. Will be getting interior carpet and seats from you after already getting the dash so might as well show them off
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post Feb 11 2021, 08:48 AM
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I’ll take one as well.
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@Mikey914

How do you adapt to the early and late rear targa latches? The distance between the locating bumps is different. The rubber blocks that fit into them are also different the height and width to match the lower latch.
I know if you put an early top on a tale car it will shift side to side.
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post Feb 11 2021, 10:19 AM
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Looks great!
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Count me in. Been waiting for you to re-visit these.
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