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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (10/20)
8/10/09 8:16pm

Gunslinger
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Frederick, MD - USA

Vette(s):
1969 convertible L71 427/435 4-speed black interior

Joined: 9/8/2003
Posts: 3398

As far as I know you have to use the bolts. I've checked around and could not find anyone who carries the soft top style hardware to work with the hard top. It seems like it's so obvious to have both the hard and soft tops use the same system. I think Chevrolet missed the boat on that one. All I can guess is the bolts cost less than the soft top parts and it was a way of reducing costs.

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (11/20)
8/10/09 10:58pm

tinbender
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edgwood, MD - USA

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1975 convertible,with the hard top and power streering.it a 350 L48 with auto trans. the color is light blue.

Joined: 11/1/2007
Posts: 736

You can put the hard top on with the soft top still in the car,however I don't know about a 72,but on my 75 it take time and patience to put it on.(need small fingers)

Rick

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (12/20)
8/11/09 11:05pm

fp_vetter72

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COPPERAS COVE, TX - USA

Vette(s):
1972 corvette stingray convertible 2007 coupe

Joined: 7/6/2002
Posts: 417

You can put the top on with the other down tight fit to get to the nuts, My 72 has the third bolt in the center. Mine is the original top and hardware, if you have problems let me know I can take pictures.

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (13/20)
8/12/09 10:26pm

a17mike
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Topeka, KS - USA

Vette(s):
1972 Targa Blue Convertible w/ blue interior & slightly modded engine 1979 White coupe with red interior & L82

Joined: 8/9/2009
Posts: 5

Thanks to all. I'll post some pictures A. when I figure out how and B. when I've got something to show other than a stripped down hardtop

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (14/20)
8/18/09 12:02pm

F4Gary

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Grapevine, TX - USA

Vette(s):
1972 LT-1 convertible with factory air.

Joined: 8/26/2006
Posts: 1409

Can the center bolt on the hardtop be removed for a post '69 that didn't come with the third hole because it wasn't a hardtop car? I've been thinking of shopping for a hardtop too for my '72.

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (15/20)
8/18/09 12:14pm

Gunslinger
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Frederick, MD - USA

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1969 convertible L71 427/435 4-speed black interior

Joined: 9/8/2003
Posts: 3398

Yes it can. The hardtop I bought for my '69 was a three bolt top and my car is only two bolt. I simply drilled out the rivets that hold the bolt bracket in and it came right off.

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (16/20)
8/19/09 12:21am

rearn2go72
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Bladenboro, NC - USA

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1972 conv., sunfire yellow, blk interior, blk vinyl and convertible top. Off frame restoration with American Speed 383 stroker engine producing 500hp plus a 200hp NOS system. MSD ignition. Hooker super competition headers with chambered exhaust.

Joined: 1/22/2006
Posts: 1058

[QUOTE=fp_vetter72]You can put the top on with the other down tight fit to get to the nuts, My 72 has the third bolt in the center. Mine is the original top and hardware, if you have problems let me know I can take pictures.[/QUOTE]

Now you guys have me confused. My 72 has the original vinyl hardtop and does not have the center bolt. Just wondering why some would have it and some not. Joel? LOL

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (17/20)
8/23/09 8:31am

manget1

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Indianapolis, IN - USA

Vette(s):
Silver 1974 Convertible - L82 4 speed Low miles (was only 8,900 when I bought it in March 2006) - Now 54K miles. Original owner bought it as an investment for son's college expenses. 2008 Jetstream Blue Convertible

Joined: 9/3/2006
Posts: 2418

Just found this listing on e-bay... Ends SOON

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/68-69-70-71-72-73-74-75-C3-CORVETTE-Black-Vinyl-HARDTOP_W0QQitemZ280385688683QQcmdZViewItemQQptZOther_Vehicle_Parts?hash=item41484a146b&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (18/20)
11/10/09 8:57pm

gsfowler
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N. Scituate, RI - USA

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1971 roadster 4 speed blue with white top 1990 roadster 6 speed white on black

Joined: 2/24/2006
Posts: 30

I have a hard top That I never use .that is for sale it is black vinal top and black inside also , after I restored it as part of my c3 project.it has sat in storage ever since .if you look under parts for sale you should see it listed .

from gsfowle48@cox.net

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (19/20)
11/14/09 9:03am

chances r

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spicewood, TX - USA

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Sold them Both

Joined: 9/13/2009
Posts: 72

Check Craigslist for Austin, Dallas, And Houston, there are several ranging from 850 to 1200 ....

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WTB - C3 Convertible Hard Top (20/20)
12/14/09 7:30pm

OH6A

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Cadiz, KY - USA

Vette(s):
74 Convertible

Joined: 8/26/2002
Posts: 249

Found a decent one on ebay in Indianapolis. Reasonably priced at $550. Wrong color but the car is being painted anyway.

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