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Custom Convertible Limos by NCE

August 27, 2013 By Naseem Muaddi

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My God! I thought I’d never see it: A fully motorized convertible top on a limousine. If you were impressed by the custom convertibles we showed you earlier this year by Drop Top Customs, brace yourself for the wild creations of Newport Convertible Engineering (NCE). … [Read more...] about Custom Convertible Limos by NCE

Find Out What’s New at Electron Top

August 21, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

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The August issue of “Keep in Touch!” – Electron Top’s monthly newsletter – is out. Give it a read to learn about all their new sales and promotions. … [Read more...] about Find Out What’s New at Electron Top

Why Do People Still Love Convertible Tops?

July 24, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

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In his latest article for Toronto's The Globe and Mail, car columnist Peter Cheney compares convertible tops to spray tans and breast implants. They "aren’t the best idea," he writes, "but we want them anyway." In terms of engineering, safety and practicality, Cheney is correct. Convertible cars make no rational sense. But every driver I know still dreams of owning one. What … [Read more...] about Why Do People Still Love Convertible Tops?

Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

July 23, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Trash Bag Convertible Top

Convertible tops can be pricey to repair, which is why some car owners go to great lengths to avoid auto upholstery shops. Instead of having professionals return their cars to top shape, these folks choose the more humiliating DIY route. We've seen drivers fix their convertible tops with wood, duct tape and even umbrellas. But this trash-bag drop top takes the cake. … [Read more...] about Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

U.S. Convertible Sales Stage a Comeback

July 16, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Convertible Top

After a decade of teetering on the brink of extinction, the market for convertible cars is finally starting to show signs of new life. American automakers aren't necessarily making more drop tops, but demand for them is increasing. This, of course, is great news for auto upholstery shops which depend on their repairs to make ends meet. … [Read more...] about U.S. Convertible Sales Stage a Comeback

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