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2012 Fiat 500c – A Unique Convertible

May 30, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi 3 Comments

Check out the convertible top on the all-new 2012 Fiat 500c. A cross between a traditional ragtop and a sunroof, it features an accordion-style folding cloth top with a glass window – but retains its pillars, doorframes and even parts of the roof.

The top can be opened in different stages – acting as a sunroof or folding all the way down into the trunk for more of a convertible experience. What’s more, it can be retracted while driving at speeds of up to 60 mph.

The 500c is new, so the chances of one coming to your auto upholstery shop for a replacement are slim. However, if you do a lot of business with dealerships, you may receive vehicles damaged in accidents or by vandalism.

In cases like this, you’ll need to order the top from Fiat, as no major convertible top manufacturer carries it just yet. You’ll also probably have to do some reverse engineering to figure out how it goes on.

If one does roll your way, we’d love to hear about your experience.

Filed Under: Archive, Concepts & Designs Tagged With: 2012 Fiat 500c, Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Car Interior, Convertible Top

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  1. Nadeem says

    May 30, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    That’s really cool. It’s similar to what you’d find in an old school VW Bus, only it folds all the way back.

    Reply
  2. Naseem Muaddi says

    May 31, 2012 at 4:00 am

    I love it. I bet it would be fun to drive too.

    Reply
  3. mike wells says

    December 1, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    we have one in our shop now and are trying to get the frame loose from the roof if anyone has replaced one I would love to hear from them

    Reply

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