Convertible hoods are tough to keep clean and are prone to fading, when not maintained. Kept outside they can age very quickly. Fabric hoods can attract mould and moss, while the plastic rear windows often fitted on cabriolet vehicles can become cloudy and scratch easily.
Without maintenance, you can expect a convertible hood on a cabriolet to last around 6-8 years before it will need replacing – caring properly will double this life span to around 12 years which is the life span of most cars. As a replacement hood can cost between £600 and £3000 depending on the model, it makes good sense to reproof your hood every year.
Faded fabric roofs can be restored using Soft Top Reviver, a specially formulated liquid coating for fabric tops which can restore about 70-80% of the roof’s original colour to deliver a ‘like-new’ appearance.
This service also works well as pre-sale preparation for vehicles to help increase its value. Soft-top reviver is available in black, blue, brown and green.