C1 hardtop restor. help

[Don Izzo]

I would like to start the restoration of my 60 hardtop, but am a bit frightened by all the negative statements I have heard about the degree of difficulty. Does anyone know of a video that would take me through a step by step tutorial of the restoration process. The aim is really weak on this process.

Don

[Rich Puleo]

Re: C1 hardtop restor. help

I don't know of any videos or manuals. There aren't many places that can do this, either. I have restored a few & I want to warn you that while you are putting your top back together, you will hear yourself using words that you never knew existed.
To me, it's a 2 person job because of the riveting & you need many hands. You might try seeking a shop that would take it on. Ask around, though. There is one shop in particular I've been hearing some horror stories about lately, & they were once quite reputable. I won't get into details because stories are stories & it's not my place to say. So just be careful. If you have specific questions, I can try to help.
Good luck,
Rich

[Paul Reynolds]

Re: C1 hardtop restor. help

At Carlisle there were two shops doing restorations... One was Glassworks (www.thehardtopshop.com) and the other was Auto Entec (www.autoentec.com).

Both seemed to have their acts together and were very professional. Neither is inexpensive.

[don izzo]

Re: C1 hardtop restor. help

it's my understanding they are one in the same, (father and son?). I know there are many happy customers out there however After seeing the way they stand behind their work when a problem does arise,( a local neighbor had his top done there with many unresolved problems) I think I will pass on these guys and keep my money safely in my pocket. Is there no one else?
Don