Convertible Top Treatment
+$100
Convertible tops face constant exposure to UV rays, rain, tree sap, bird droppings, and mildew — without regular treatment, both fabric and vinyl tops degrade well ahead of their natural lifespan. This service uses a pH-neutral cleaner and soft-brush agitation to remove embedded contaminants, then applies a protectant matched to the top material: a water-repellent fabric sealant for cloth tops, or a conditioning UV-blocking treatment for vinyl tops. The result is a top that repels water, resists staining, and is shielded from the UV exposure that causes fading and cracking.
When You Need This
Add convertible top treatment heading into spring and summer, or after pulling the car out of winter storage. It is particularly important when water no longer beads off the fabric surface, or if the top looks faded, stiff, or shows patches of mildew or discoloration. Treating the top at least twice a year significantly extends its service life — replacement costs for a convertible top run from several hundred to well over a thousand dollars, making regular treatment a strong value.
What's Involved
- 1.Brush the top gently with a soft-bristle brush to remove loose debris, working from front to rear.
- 2.Apply a pH-neutral fabric or vinyl cleaner matched to the top material and agitate with a soft brush in straight, overlapping passes to lift embedded dirt, mildew, and contaminants.
- 3.Rinse thoroughly with low-pressure water and allow the top to dry completely before any protectant is applied.
- 4.For fabric tops: apply a fabric-specific water-repellent protectant with a sponge or brush, working it evenly into the weave, then allow to cure per product instructions.
- 5.For vinyl tops: apply a vinyl conditioner and UV-blocking protectant, buffing to an even, non-greasy finish that restores flexibility and color depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Spray Wax
+$25
A quick carnauba wax layer applied after your detail adds a warm, deep gloss and a hydrophobic barrier that repels water for 4–8 weeks.
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+$40
SiO2 ceramic particles in this spray sealant cross-link with the clear coat when buffed, delivering 3–6 months of hydrophobic protection and sharper gloss than traditional wax.
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