Vinyl roofs?

[69bronzeT5]

Do you guys like vinyl roofs? Especially on your Charger? I like them but not on my cars. The whole rusty roof issue just isn't for me.

[A383Wing]

I like them....I put the vinyl roof on our 66 Dart GT years ago...looked good...kind of like a Landau top.....

Our 70 Charger (now a Daytona) had a vinyl roof...I took it off and left it off, but kept the chrome on.....

So of the 9 cars we have....none have the vinyl top, but 3 are convertibles....does that count??

[AKcharger]

Seems like your poll is a lil' bias...there isn't an option for a plan old "I like vinyl roofs"

[mikesbbody]

Not a fan of them myself However, a vinyl roof can add a special something to a car that would otherwise be "just" one color if that makes sense?

[69bronzeT5]

Seems like your poll is a lil' bias...there isn't an option for a plan old "I like vinyl roofs"

Crap...I can't believe I forgot that one.

[skip68]

Vegasmikes' car has a sweet vinyl roof!  His car is BAD ASS!!!! 
Mrs.Skip68

[Jonas_N]

My car has the original vinyl roof, I will remove it and restore under, but will put it back on again, for me a 2nd gen Charger is more "Charger" with vinyl roof. 

[tan top]

what ever the Charger is coded for on the fender tag 

[Ghoste]

I don't like the rust part but the vinyl is one of the things I like best about my car.

[Chris G.]

Seems like your poll is a lil' bias...there isn't an option for a plan old "I like vinyl roofs"

Crap...I can't believe I forgot that one.

You're Welcome...

[Shakey]

I think the vinyl top is a nice addition to a car from that era as you just don't see them anymore.

[Shakey]

Vegasmikes' car has a sweet vinyl roof!  His car is BAD ASS!!!! 
Mrs.Skip68

What does he have for a vinyl roof that makes it different from the others?

Got any photos?

[rich4406bbl]

I think the vinyl roofs look good on A and B bodies but not as nice on E bodies. Same for me with convertibles, nice on the E bodies, not to fond of them on B bodies. I think the roof line is what "makes it" for the B bodies.

[68charger383]

I like them for the reasons stated...I also like seeing the cars without them, they are fewer and seem more unique.

I can feel some crunchies under my top and was/am planning to possibly pulling it off this winter to see what I have under it. But, I'm almost 100% positive I'll be putting a new one back on!

[Sublime/Sixpack]

Some Chargers look very good with the vinyl roof, some look better without, it depends alot on the color combo.   I do think they look cleaner and sleeker without. 

[baullz]

Ya those vinyl tops just add something to a B-body I think, mine came with one and will be put back on.  I've just always liked the look of a b-body with the vinyl, it makes it more unique.

Plus my car will be orange so I have to keep those "you should put an '01' on the side" people at bay

[Back N Black]

I like the vinyl roof, it classes it up a notch. Like a muscle car in a tuxedo. 

[The70RT]

I think they look good. I am putting one back on mine.  If you let it set outside all the time then a vinyl isn't a good idea.

[Chad L. Magee]

Only two of my Chargers did not come with vinyl tops.  Almost all of the second gen Chargers that I have found in my area of the midwest orginally had them, although some were removed later by the owners as they did not like them on the car.  I prefer the vinyl tops if they are in good shape, not so much if they are in tatters (like the remains of one that used to be on my 69 WHS).  Granted, it is a trade off as they tend to trap moisture and lead to further rust repair (more work for me)......

[Dodge Don]

Some colour combos look best with the vinyl roof. However I prefer to go bareback    Less weight....more speed 

[69bronzeT5]

Seems like your poll is a lil' bias...there isn't an option for a plan old "I like vinyl roofs"

Crap...I can't believe I forgot that one.

You're Welcome...

Thanks!

[WingCharger]

How about, unfortunately, Daytona's and 500's didnt have them.
Well....maybe?

[1969chargerrtse]

I'm torn.  I always loved them, but my car had it removed when I got it.  It looks good without it so I can't get myself to replace it.  People always tell me how rare an RTSE without the top is anyway, and I just smile away.

[billssuperbird]

at first i did not have one. but all superbirds have one. so i had to put one on. i am not a fan of vinyl roofs.

[CB]

I don't see the use of this poll 
CB

[moparstuart]

MY 69 RUNNER HAS ONE LOVE IT

[Manfred318]

Vinyl all the way.  Ive always thought Chargers looked way cooler with a vinyl top IMO. The only problem I have is it gets tiring telling people its not a 'vert, so here recently I just say "yep its a 'vert".

[69bronzeT5]

I don't see the use of this poll 
CB

Just a fun thing to see what people think.

[magnum]

I never had a charger without one . I like them either way but mainly depends on color combo .

[A383Wing]

I don't see the use of this poll 
CB

Just a fun thing to see what people think.

I don't git paid enough to think 

[1969chargerrtse]

I don't see the use of this poll 
CB

Just a fun thing to see what people think.

I don't understand why you seem to always get negative comments from others?  This site wouldn't be a site if it wasn't for people like you that have an interest for what the site represents.  You keep up the interesting post Cody, I like em. 


                                                                                                             

[KillerBee1972]

Do you guys like vinyl roofs? Especially on your Charger? I like them but not on my cars. The whole rusty roof issue just isn't for me.

I like vinyl roofs because one less ting to wax on a car I really like them on the first gen chargers dont know why they just look really cool!!!

[WingCharger]

You dont see them enough on First-Gens.

[Tilar]

Mine didn't come with a vinyl top, but I'm more than likely going to add one.

I think the main reason for rust issues with vinyl tops is some car companies didn't do a good paint job on the roof because the vinyl would cover it up. And then they didn't have a good cover of glue holding the top down so it left gaps where moisture could form.

[Ghoste]

I don't think Chrysler painted them at all, or just barely if they did.   The vinyl is somewhat pervious as well so with factory applications or most aftermarket ones where the entire undersurface is not covered with glue, there are lots of spaces where rain can seep through too.

[DodgeByDave]

I hate them, but I'm strange anyway.

I still have my 68 project but am torn between a daytone fake (I would use the word fake as it will have the correct wing, nose, fastback but all else will be custom)(btw I would NEVER try to pass it off as anything other than what it is) and sticking to a basic build (440/4spd/dana boulevard bruiser). Regardless, neither would have a vinyl top. Ick.

Disco died for a reason. Mullets died for a reason.

Sorry, but a sexy lady should never be forced to wear a cheap top.

[Ghoste]

Now see, I always thought of them more as a sheer black teddy; maybe not the perfect choice for general attire but sure does look fine on the right body. 

[Brock Samson]

 Ya' know First Gen's were not really designed for a V. Top... and the Third Gens...  have those smooth sides that flow down into the body, so really only the Half and Halo styles look like they actually belong,... to me....  
The Second Gens though with their large "Tumblehome" look great with a V. Top. They look fine without one as well
a little more racy perhaps, And it is rare to see a Special Edition without one...

Perhaps we should post pictures of the various styles and years?..  

Few Cars look better then a Red Second Gen hemi without a V. Top... in my opinion..
I like mine though..

[Brock Samson]

some more various examples...

[Ghoste]

Ya' know First Gen's were not really designed for a V. Top... 
Perhaps we should post pictures of the various styles and years?.. 

I don't agree with the first part Brock but I am a little biased.  That 1st gen top you posted is a 66 with an aftermarket dealer installed one and I do agree those look goofy.
Here is the factory style one on a 67. 

[Brock Samson]

more...

[Brock Samson]

  woah, that looks awesome...
for a moment there i thought it was
a convertable... 

seriously though, i like that one...

[Ghoste]

One long ragtop if it was.    I'm mainly just pointing out that the factory top had trim that more closely followed the flow of the roofline.

[The70RT]

Survey shows more have them and more like them than not. 

[BB1]

I don't want one on my car. I'm glad mine never had it.

[68beepbeep]

 I think it all depends on the car and the color combination!!!

[Khyron]

no Vinyl roof on my car, but I love the vinyl checks . breaks the lines up, plus, I had to take the top off anyways for my clone

[Ghoste]

Now that look, on the other hand, never really clicked with me.  If it's vinyl it needs the trim but if it's paint, I like it better without the chrome checks.  It's just an opinion though.

[tan top]

no Vinyl roof on my car, but I love the vinyl checks . breaks the lines up, plus, I had to take the top off anyways for my clone

yeah i see what your saying ...  does look good with them 

[1969chargerrtse]

Now that look, on the other hand, never really clicked with me.  If it's vinyl it needs the trim but if it's paint, I like it better without the chrome checks.  It's just an opinion though.

  You got one busy thread here Cody. 

[Spike]

I like mine 

Like it was mentioned, some cars and colors look good with them some don't.
Personally I think white, yellow, orange, sublime and red cars also look good with a vinyl top. Plum crazy, burnt orange, dark greens, blues and reds look good either way.

[defiance]

I thought they looked pretty good .......
Then I took mine off and found a mass of rust.

Now I've got a painted roof and no vinyl

[THE CHARGER PUNK]

I don't see the use of this poll 
CB

Just a fun thing to see what people think.

Yeah this is a pretty pointless thread if you dont like vinyl tops anyway

[Joshua]

Ya' know First Gen's were not really designed for a V. Top...

Ya know......2nd gens weren't originally designed with a vinyl top in mind either....it was an after thought. It just so happens 2nd gens look great with v-tops.
On the production line....it's quicker to install a vinyl top and cover up the crappy bodywork at the roof--to--1/4 panel joint than to finish it right and paint it. V-tops were a no-cost option because of it as well.
That's why alot of 'em rust along that seam, as it's just a quick skim of filler...
Mine was a V-top.....but it blew off. I like it now without it.....
I like 'em on or off equally, as long as there isn't a HOLE in the middle of the roof.

[Ghoste]

Where did you get the info that vinyl was a no cost option?

[Khyron]

Mine was a V-top.....but it blew off.

I would have payed money to see that

[69bronzeT5]

Mine was a V-top.....but it blew off.

I would have payed money to see that

I would of too