I'm posting this to the list in case there is someone else that might want the
one in Erie.
Brad,
Thanks for the offer, but I managed to find a factory hard top right here in
Des Moines. A salvage yard had one that was in very good shape for $250. It
will need to be painted to match the car, but the headliner, glass and seals
are all in good shape.
I was considering re-doing it as a black vinyl top, painting only the exposed
parts to match the car. Has anyone else out there done that?
Thanks,
Paul Mostrom
'77 Spitfire 1500
'Black holes, where God divided by zero......'
-----Original Message-----
From: Brad Kahler [mailto:brad.kahler@141.com]
Sent: Friday, January 15, 1999 8:24 AM
To: Mostrom, Paul
Subject: Re: Shipping question
Paul,
There was at one time a had top in a salvage yard in Erie Colorado. I drive
to Denver periodically in my pickup and could probably pick it up for you. I
think they wanted $275. It didn't appear to have any dents and looked
intact but I don't remember if the rubber was any good. If you interested
call Blakes Small Car Salvage at 800-665-4312 and ask for Jen. She is the
one that showed it to me.
> A big thanks to all who responded to my question about shipping. I have
> decided to not purchase at this time due to the expense of shipping, cost
> of restoration (for this particular top) and the fact that the usage of
> the hard top would not be enough to offset the cost. If I can find one
> nearer to me, where I could drive to pick it up, I would still like to get
> a hard top. So, if anyone knows of one for a sale that would fit a
> square-tail Spit within driving distance of Des Moines IA., please pass
> along the info.
>
> What a great source of info/help this list is!
>
> Thanks again,
> Paul Mostrom
> '77 Spitfire 1500 (destined to rename nameless and topless)
>
> 'Black holes, where God divided by zero......'
>
>
>
>
Brad (Lincoln Nebraska 402-464-1502)
My Web Site Http://www.141.com/triumphs (updated 12/3/98)
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