2003-2010 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Top
Fits all trims with MANUAL opening top frames
Includes a new glass window with embedded defroster wiring.The topping material is a first quality Haartz Stayfast cloth made in the USA.
About the Window
Years of development and engineering went into this convertible top window bonding method. The objective was to design and develop a manufacturing method and process that would virtually eliminate window separation or leaking….the number one failure for glass window convertible tops.
The result was a patented production technology that involves wrapping the fabric around an internal ring that adheres to the glass. A new bonding agent was specially created by 3M engineers based on military specification during the development phase to ensure this adhesive, when applied in a multi-step automated process, could withstand extreme tension in all temperatures.
About the Material
Manufactured using premium Haartz Stayfast canvas, which is mold and mildew resistance and has superior resistance to long term exposure to the sun. Stayfast is a durable three-ply composite made of acrylic square weave outer fabric, a rubber inner layer, and a cotton lining.
It took three months to get our convertible top for our Beetle. I had to call several times to check on the status of my order. They were very courteous when I did call or email and did advise there was a shortage of the material we ordered. It would have been nice to receive updates to my order instead of me calling in every month. We did receive it and are satisfied with it.
Top was exact fit and went on as described. Would buy another if needed but praying I won’t have to!
Over all I’m happy with the top. The only issue was the instructions. There were steps that described parts that weren’t there or were different and instructions that weren’t performable. Almost like the instructions were for a different model? Actually, I think the instruction pdf was for an automatic top and mine was a manual? But anyway, I got the top on and it looks great!