Soft top replacement for '02 - '05 T Bird

[Bob D]

Is it an easy job to replace the outer shell of the soft top or should it be left for the experts?

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[Bond007]

Definitely not a job for a novice.

 

[tbon]

Definitely not a job for a novice.

Just got a quote for a 2002 $2100.

 

[Philip Phibbs]

That seems way too high for an install even if the top and glass cost $800-900. I might start a business installing tops on Thunderbirds. Lol

 

[BIRDSALL]

Is it an easy job to replace the outer shell of the soft top or should it be left for the experts?

I believe my shop manual shows how to replace the soft top. This site has an electronic version of that manual which should be good for all soft top years. Sounds like a good winter project while waiting for spring. I have seen Hartz tops for under $800.
If I’m not mistaken I’ve seen some on e-bay- https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?LH_...teid=0&campid=5338236430&toolid=20008&mkevt=1

Not rocket science, provided you know which end of the screwdriver to use..

 

[unclebarry]

Is it an easy job to replace the outer shell of the soft top or should it be left for the experts?

I'd leave it for the experts.

 

[Mach5]

I would put it in the category of something you could do - but, could you do it well? (Would you be pleased with your results? You could get the top on sure, but is the fabric nice and tight with no wrinkles? Or, is it too tight and difficult to close?) You are paying for the craftsmanship to do it well.

 

[highwayghost]

Depending on your needs and budget,... As previously suggested, Ebay has several used complete assemblies, just bolt it on.

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[rocket rick]

Hello all I'm new to retro bird, found nice original 44,000 mile car. I would like to find new soft top made in white color as I think that will make my blackbird look more retro. does any one make one at a reasonable price?

 

[Raymond Hubbard]

Don't know about a custom white soft top being available but maybe one the attached WEB vendors might be able to help?
https://www.autotopsdirect.com/searchresults.asp?Search=thunderbird&Submit=Submit (BLK)
https://www.convertibletopguys.com/convertible/1786/2001-05-Ford-Thunderbird (BLU, TAN, BLK)