Soft top cleaning

[smartcar2009]

I have been waiting for a kit from the dealer for cleaning my smart. Any ideas for cleaning the soft top?

[Mud Pie]

I, too, am curious about that. I keep my cabrio parked in the driveway, and to minimize staining from bird droppings and fading from the sun, I keep mine covered with a Cal Pop Top from SmartMadness.

But I know eventually I'll have to clean it.

[kdfcogwheel]

I use RaggTopp canvas cleaner with a soft bristle brush. Sometimes I just use a microfiber cloth with the cleaner. I pre-rinse to remove any debris. Apply the cleaner liberally and scrub lightly. Rinse off all of the soap. Finally, let air dry for 24 hours. A couple of times, usually at the beginning if the warm months, I will seal with RaggTopp waterproofer, again before winter. There has been many a comment regarding the effectiveness of the waterproofing. It appears that it doesn't seem to bead the water when drenched. Right from the factory it did not bead up under heavy rain. But, a light misting left it beading as if it were waxed. Again I applied the RaggTopp twice with same results as factory new. Apparently there is a rubber backing to prevent leaking and the fabric needs to breathe. I applied it not only to keep up with the waterproofing, but also for UV protection against fading. That's my take on the subject.

[smartcar2009]

Thank you for the info

[headless]

Turtlewax Soft Top Roof Kit from Halfords Price £16.99 3 For 2 On ALL Car Cleaning Products

I have used this product on my soft top and it does a great job, I have had my smart roadster for 5 years from new, and when washing the car I normally just hose the soft top bit and use a sponge with just water on it, as it says in the smart manual to not use soaps on the soft top, then once a year, or if it needs doing I clean it properly using the Turtle Wax pack