u/tridentpeel

Convertible vinyl top restoration recommendations and tips

Hi all, for background, I bought a new 1967 A-H Sprite a couple weeks ago.

The car came with a convertible top (not installed) that is pretty crusty and old. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations or advice for cleaning these tops. The leather itself looks somewhat restorable; the main issue is just dirt and dust. The clear vinyl windows however are a different story. They are pretty badly yellowed, so visibility is definitely an issue. I wasn't sure if there was a way to restore those.

For the record, I am aware that I will likely need to buy a new top lol. I just wanted to make absolutely certain that any other options are exhausted (pun intended) before I spend a good amount of money on a new top.

Thanks in advance!

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u/tridentpeel — 6 days ago

1967 Austin-Healey Sprite MkIV with only 28,000 original miles and no rust whatsoever. The interior is immaculate as well.

The carbs need adjustment, and it needs a top, but those are minor things in the grand scheme of how great everything else is.

u/tridentpeel — 18 days ago