Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Top Replacement and Repair
The Camaro convertible has a long and interrupted history, from the first-generation classics of the late 1960s to the modern cars built through 2024. Whether yours is a restored '68 or a 2017 daily driver, the top needs to fit, seal, and look right. Don's Auto Interiors & Tops has replaced and repaired convertible tops in Alsip since 1977.
Camaro convertible generations
- First generation (1967–1969): classic soft tops on cars that are often restored or shown. Originality, pads, well liners, and frame adjustment all matter.
- Second generation (1970–1981): no factory convertible.
- Third generation (1987–1992): factory convertibles returned partway through the generation. These cars are old enough now that frames, pads, and seals deserve a close look.
- Fourth generation (1994–2002): power tops on many cars. Hydraulic components and rear windows are common concerns.
- Fifth generation (2011–2015): modern convertible with a power top.
- Sixth generation (2016–2024): the final Camaro convertibles. Most tops are still young, but we see damage from impact, vandalism, and car washes.
Common Camaro top problems
Rear windows. Older plastic windows cloud and crack. Glass windows on later tops can separate from the fabric along the edges.
Power top issues. Slow, stalled, or uneven movement often traces to the pump, lift cylinders, fluid, or frame adjustment. Fluid stains in the top well or on the rear seat are an early warning. See convertible top repair.
Leaks at the windows. Usually weatherstripping or window alignment rather than the fabric. We check before recommending a top.
Worn fabric and shrinkage. Tops wear where they touch the frame and bows, and shrinkage puts stress on seams and latches.
First-gen Camaros: doing it right
On a 1967–1969 Camaro, the top is part of the car's character. We'll talk with you about:
- Material and color that suit your year and build
- Pads and well liner condition
- Frame adjustment, so the top lines up with the windshield header and side glass
- Whether the car is a driver, a cruiser, or headed for judging
If you're also redoing the interior, we handle that in the same shop. See classic car interiors.
Vinyl or cloth?
Depending on the year, Camaro tops have come in vinyl and cloth. We'll show you samples and help you choose between factory-correct and upgrade options.
Many Camaro tops we put on use Haartz topping fabric. Your estimate will list the material for your year.
Planning your replacement
- Top installation takes 8 to 12 hours of shop time and isn't a same-day job.
- Book before spring if the car is in winter storage.
- Expect a break-in period. We'll give you care instructions when you pick up the car.
Muscle car owners, see also
If you also own a Mustang, see our Mustang convertible top page. If your classic is another GM model, like an Impala, Chevelle, or GTO, see classic GM convertible tops.
What to send for a quick estimate
The fastest quotes come from good photos. Send the top from each side and from behind, a close-up of the rear window, and any tears or problem areas. For power-top issues, a short video of the top going up and down tells us a lot about whether the pump, a cylinder, or the frame is the likely culprit.
Third-gen and fourth-gen tips
On 1987–1992 and 1994–2002 cars, check the weatherstripping and the condition of the rear window before assuming you need a new top. Fixing the seals or window can sometimes buy years.
Warranty
Camaro top replacements carry a 3-year materials warranty and a 100% fit guarantee. A free 90-day workmanship warranty applies to every repair. Coverage ranges from 3 months to 3 years depending on the service. Read the plans on /warranty.
Get an estimate
Call (708) 371-8020 or send your year and photos of the top and rear window. Don's Auto Interiors & Tops, 11937 S. Cicero Ave, Alsip, IL 60803, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Frequently asked questions
Which Camaros came as convertibles?
Factory convertibles were offered for 1967–1969, 1987–1992, 1994–2002, 2011–2015, and 2016–2024. There was no factory convertible during the second generation (1970–1981) or the early third-generation years.
My fourth-gen Camaro top goes up unevenly. What causes that?
Uneven movement on a power top usually points to the hydraulic system, like a weak pump or a leaking cylinder, or to frame adjustment. We diagnose before replacing parts.
Do you do first-gen Camaro restoration tops?
Yes. We'll talk about the correct material and color for your year and inspect the frame, pads, and well liner before installing.
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