I just bought an '08 Cabrio in need of a new top (front section only). Am I right in assuming there are no after-market options? Seems like the best price out there is from the UK; even with shipping it's still cheaper than the US dealer prices:
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Seems odd to me that there are no after-market options from Robbins, Haartz/Stayfast, etc.. Over the years I've replaced three convertible tops (Alfa spider series 3, BMW e30, and a Mercedes r129), and all those cars had (and still have) multiple after-market top options available in a wide range of prices. I'm not sure how many 451 Cabrios were built, but I'd bet it's more than the number of e30 convertibles still on the road.
Soft Top Canvas Covering - 451 fortwo Top Section
Soft-top canvas covering for the 451 fortwo cabrio soft top sliding roof. - Top Canvas Section Library photo.
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Seems odd to me that there are no after-market options from Robbins, Haartz/Stayfast, etc.. Over the years I've replaced three convertible tops (Alfa spider series 3, BMW e30, and a Mercedes r129), and all those cars had (and still have) multiple after-market top options available in a wide range of prices. I'm not sure how many 451 Cabrios were built, but I'd bet it's more than the number of e30 convertibles still on the road.
