VINYL ROOF REFURB OR WHAT

[plasticpig72]

here's my car

It's the original Vinyl and Weathershield which i like and it makes the 3000M different.
Now the sliding/folding part has a very small split each side so needs replacing for sure.
The rest is solid but has been painted in the past.
For sure 100% i will keep a vinyl roof on the car.
The big question is:
1. remove and glue a complet new roof (the best option of course) which seems a big job but a nice project.
2. replace just the centre sliding/folding part and paint the rest.
I think the 3000M needs to keep a Vinyl roof which is it's identity and it has worn for 40 Years.
Open to ideas
Alan

[plasticpig72]

hi Chris,
many thanks for the info.
Is the roof on your car also oatmeal like my car.
Could you please send contact details of your supplier <[e-mail]>
I think i have found the supplier:
SEGAL AUTO TRIM SALFORD
TRIMCAR HOUSE
29 BLACKFRIARS ROAD
SALFORD M3 7AQ
I think maybe the reference is "A809 OATMEAL JAGUAR VINYL"
I will see when the sample arrives.
Was the sliding part already made and different supplier?
I know the only way is to replace the Sunroof + Vinyl.
I just need to convince swmbo. Maybe i can give her a nice Christmas present
Alan

Edited by plasticpig72 on Monday 12th December 14:29

[plasticpig72]

thanks Chris,
i know my 3000M would look super with a new vinyl roof.
The seals on the back window and windscreen need replacing also.
I know a specialist (sellerie) near me who fitted a new headlining from a bare shell in a 1600M for me.
Do you remember what glue you used please
cheers
Alan

[plasticpig72]

I have recieved 2 different samples from Segal. One is Jaguar Oatmeal Vinyl which is the sample i ordered and also they sent TVR Fawn Vinyl that they suggest.
I am surprised it is very supple and i imagine it will follow the contours better.
The Vinyl on my 3000M has been painted before and i need to find an unpainted part to check the colour.
I will try to look under the alloy frame around the Weathershield.
Alan

[plasticpig72]

Hi Chris,
i wondered if you can answer another question please.
I have samples of Vinyl from Segal and also Woolies.
The Segal Vinyl Fawn TVR seems very stretchy and is not rubberised on the back to be strong for the sliding/folding part.
The sample from Woolies Cream ref:24-C is not stretchy and has a more resistant backing for the sliding/folding part.
Do you remember the reference for the Vinyl you used from Segal please.
Thanks for your trouble.
My E-mail is <alan.barker AT orange.fr>
Alan

Edited by plasticpig72 on Sunday 15th January 09:12

[plasticpig72]

Hi Chris thanks for speedy reply.
Do you have a photo of final result and the reference of the Vinyl,
many thanks
Alan

[plasticpig72]

Hi Chris,
very nice job black with white paint. With my 3000M i will need beige or fawn light colour
Alan