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2013 Corvette Striped Convertible Top

November 12, 2012 By Nadeem Muaddi 8 Comments

In May 2011, The Boston Globe reported that the automotive market will soon see a racing striped convertible top. Thanks to Chevrolet and Haartz Corporation, it’s finally here – making its debut on the 2013 Corvette 427.

According to trimmers who’ve seen the vehicle up close, the top is comprised of a single piece of fabric with a racing stripe pattern woven into its face. While the top is only available as an option on the 60th anniversary Corvette, expect to see more convertible tops dawning unique designs. Earlier this year, Haartz announced that it has developed technology to custom weave virtually any pattern into a soft top.

Initially, the idea of a striped convertible top didn’t sit well with me. However, I have to admit that the finished product looks quite impressive. The color scheme is a lot more subtle than I had expected, and only adds to the Corvette’s beautiful body lines and fierce character.

Of course, trimmers will have to be more careful than ever before to make sure that the tops they install are centered, but that shouldn’t be a problem – right?

Thoughts? Be sure to tell us what you think of the 2013 Chevrolet Corvette’s striped convertible top in the comments section below.

Filed Under: Archive, Products & Reviews Tagged With: 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 427, Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Car Interior, Chevrolet, Convertible Top, Haartz Corporation, Jacquard Weaving Technology, Striped Convertible Top

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  1. carolinaauto says

    November 12, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    a little overboard I think.

    Reply
  2. Tip says

    November 12, 2012 at 9:16 pm

    I wonder how a vinyl top would look with stripes sewn into it similar to that.

    Reply
    • Nadeem Muaddi says

      November 12, 2012 at 9:48 pm

      I’m not typically a fan of vinyl tops, but I’d be interested in seeing how one with racing stripes is executed… perhaps on an old Monte Carlo or something else similar.

      Reply
  3. Belvedere65 says

    November 13, 2012 at 2:57 am

    If it isn’t centered, you will find out in a hurry when closing a door.

    Reply
  4. Naseem Muaddi says

    November 13, 2012 at 4:29 am

    It’s subtle and beautiful. I like it.

    Reply
  5. Colleen says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:49 am

    Something new and exciting for convertible tops. I personally like it, however I am sure it is not for everyone…but it certainly is nice to have other options.

    Reply
  6. Edward Munday says

    August 22, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    Retired… I Believe In Freedom And This Shows It Still Exist. But I Believe Its For Certain Folks. I Go To Church With A Man Who Drives A Simulated Cadillac Convertabe, Every Time I Ask Him About The Car He Says She Bought It “Talking Of His Wife” I Just Frive It.

    Reply
  7. Martin says

    August 22, 2013 at 4:23 pm

    Did one on a 2002 Viper! Red cloth top with performance white top vinyl. Looked really good.

    Reply

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