Custom Soft Top

[seanmcs]

Well, I think we should always dream, but total restoration of
Bristols is not cheap, and rebuilding them to a different format is
probably always going to be even dearer, as you will try things
differently from original and they may need to be redone. Maybe in a
recession you could get lots done for less, but I'm doubtful about
that. I agree that putting a soft top onto a rather smart car like a
406 needs to be done with care; otherwise could look quite dowdy.
The 400 of Marlborough looks fine with quite a lot of folded stuff
among the curves and external guards of the body, but in my humble
opinion such folded canvas would look ridiculous on a 406. I'm also
noting caution on the part of top/hood makers as to the outcome
visually. But, with devoted application, anything can be done. Just
wondering about the integrity of the body if the lid is chopped off.
Must need some reinforcement.

Sean