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GM Once Dreamed of Polka Dot and Houndstooth Convertible Tops

June 10, 2025 By Nadeem

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In 1961, General Motors sought to differentiate itself from the competition by offering fashionable convertible tops in a variety of patterns, including polka dots, houndstooth and even floral print. … [Read more...] about GM Once Dreamed of Polka Dot and Houndstooth Convertible Tops

Flush-Mount Window Bonding: How OEM+ Auto Tops Sets a New Standard

May 23, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

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Tired of window separation, leaks, and poor alignment on aftermarket convertible tops? OEM+ Auto Tops has engineered a solution that not only matches OEM convertible tops—but exceeds them in every way. … [Read more...] about Flush-Mount Window Bonding: How OEM+ Auto Tops Sets a New Standard

Next-Level Convertible Tops with Folded-Edge Bonding

April 25, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - Next-Level Convertible Tops with Folded-Edge Bonding

When it comes to high-end convertible tops, it’s the details that make the difference. At OEM+ Auto Tops, we believe your soft top should look—and last—as impressively as the car it’s mounted on. … [Read more...] about Next-Level Convertible Tops with Folded-Edge Bonding

Why Haartz Outperforms the Competition in Convertible Top Materials

March 20, 2025 By Gary Dekirmendjian

The Hog Ring - Why Haartz Outperforms the Competition in Convertible Top Materials

When it comes to convertible tops, not all materials are created equal. At OEM+ Auto Tops, we refuse to compromise on quality, which is why we exclusively use Haartz Twillfast RPC — a high performance topping material made by the folks who provide the premium material found on luxury vehicles like Bentley, Mercedes, BMW, Jaguar, Ford and more. … [Read more...] about Why Haartz Outperforms the Competition in Convertible Top Materials

The Forgotten Era of Leather Convertible Tops

February 28, 2025 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - The Forgotten Era of Leather Convertible Tops

When you think of convertible soft tops, you probably picture sleek canvas or vinyl designs, built to withstand the elements while looking stylish. But did you know that in the early days of the automobile, some high-end rides actually had genuine leather tops? … [Read more...] about The Forgotten Era of Leather Convertible Tops

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