Hard Top Option...

B_Major · 11-24-2018, 06:57 PM

I’m interested!

TJM370ZR · 11-29-2018, 08:54 PM

Are there any further updates from the manufacturer on this hard top? It looks like I am due for soft top assembly #3 and with the extended warranty expiring in February 2019 I am looking for a permanent solution that does not involve the Nissan dealer network.

TJM370ZR · 11-29-2018, 09:01 PM

Not to hijack the post but does anyone know of a "bikini top" solution or a "spyder top" similar to the 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder? I know Nissan wanted to go "upscale" with the power top but I much prefer the reliable and quick operation of the top in my 2018 Miata ND.

I also found this video on Youtube about a manual top conversion on a Porsche 987.......anyone try something similar with the Z?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOLhAR8bLio

gr8-wrx · 11-30-2018, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJM370ZR

Not to hijack the post but does anyone know of a "bikini top" solution or a "spyder top" similar to the 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder? I know Nissan wanted to go "upscale" with the power top but I much prefer the reliable and quick operation of the top in my 2018 Miata ND.

I also found this video on Youtube about a manual top conversion on a Porsche 987.......anyone try something similar with the Z?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOLhAR8bLio

That's an interesting video, thanks for sharing. I am thinking that it might be hard to do something similar with the ZR because there is no manual latch to keep the top up in place.

Hi-Step'n370Z · 12-01-2018, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJM370ZR

Not to hijack the post

I don't see this as hijacking a post, you're just throwing another thought out for consideration. If it bothers anyone, then we'll start a separate thread because I think it would be worth pursuing.

As much as the overall mechanism of the top on the Z seems much more complicated than the one on the Boxter, your reasoning regarding converting it to manual operation may be very much worth taking under consideration. I had thought along the same lines myself when I remembered the much more simpler convertible tops on the cars back in the old days, and how much I'd appreciate the choice of option between automatic and manual operation. For the most part; when they broke, all you needed to do was to replace the one and only electric motor, or a simple part, and that was it. These days, and it effects all the verts that I'm aware of, the repair is monumental, especially in terms of dollars.

Yes, I'd like to see more investigation into this possibility

blueranger · 12-15-2018, 09:54 PM

Hello Guys & Gals

Sorry for the lack of updates.

I have made several attempts to communicate with the manufacturer and have not had any response. I requested to purchase a top and provide feedback to the group on form and fitment. This in turn should help get the orders and production going.

As many of you know my long quest for this solution came from a broken top out of warranty. This top took a full year to develop and the donor car was key to make this happen. I am very impressed with the final product (pictures posted) and would like to have this even if my top was not broken.

You are welcome to reach out to the manufacturer Smoothline Tops and report back here if you can get a response.

Smooth Line
Email: info.smoothline@gmail.com
phone: 724-575-0882

I truly believe this option would really help the 370Z Vert community. I worked on this for a long time not only or myself but for all others in my situation. Hopefully we can get this going and provide a good option for all.

Thank you.

dhoogerhyde · 12-17-2018, 11:48 AM

Interested - keep me posted. Thanks.

LennyK · 12-22-2018, 06:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueranger

Hello Guys & Gals
Sorry for the lack of updates.
I have made several attempts to communicate with the manufacturer ...
I am very impressed with the final product (pictures posted)

Hi blueranger - Any More Pictures - Any Sold Yet?

blueranger · 01-03-2019, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LennyK

Hi blueranger - Any More Pictures - Any Sold Yet?

I really want this top...

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370zmiranda · 01-03-2019, 11:19 PM

Is that top? I’m good with that.

370zmiranda · 01-05-2019, 03:52 PM

They are stating they have a hardtop

https://www.smoothline.com

I left a VM and will post If i hear back from them.

370zmiranda · 01-07-2019, 10:24 AM

https://www.smoothline.com/nissan?fb...cRNxTzLD-xWwp4

Hardtop cost will be $2300 - $2900 depending on what you have added to it and shipping.

10MPlayer · 01-31-2019, 09:17 PM

I'm late to this thread but yes I'm interested. My top on my 2012 Base works fine but I dread the day when it craps out.

Spoiler · 02-01-2019, 02:24 AM

The top looks awesome. I’m impressed with this option....

LennyK · 02-01-2019, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370zmiranda

https://www.smoothline.com/nissan?fb...cRNxTzLD-xWwp4

Hardtop cost will be $2300 - $2900 depending on what you have added to it and shipping.

This Is A GREAT OPTION If Your "Soft Top" Has Issues And Costs Much Less Than Having A Dealer Fix The Soft Top For 10 Grand

11-24-2018, 06:57 PM	#181 (permalink)
B_Major Base Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 6 Drives: ‘13 370Z Roadster Rep Power: 7	I’m interested! blueranger likes this.

11-29-2018, 09:01 PM	#183 (permalink)
TJM370ZR Base Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 42 Drives: 10 370 RoadsterPW M6 Rep Power: 8	Not to hijack the post but does anyone know of a "bikini top" solution or a "spyder top" similar to the 2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder? I know Nissan wanted to go "upscale" with the power top but I much prefer the reliable and quick operation of the top in my 2018 Miata ND. I also found this video on Youtube about a manual top conversion on a Porsche 987.......anyone try something similar with the Z? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOLhAR8bLio Hi-Step'n370Z likes this.

12-15-2018, 09:54 PM	#186 (permalink)
blueranger Track Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 577 Drives: 2010 Roadster 7AT Rep Power: 307	Hello Guys & Gals Sorry for the lack of updates. I have made several attempts to communicate with the manufacturer and have not had any response. I requested to purchase a top and provide feedback to the group on form and fitment. This in turn should help get the orders and production going. As many of you know my long quest for this solution came from a broken top out of warranty. This top took a full year to develop and the donor car was key to make this happen. I am very impressed with the final product (pictures posted) and would like to have this even if my top was not broken. You are welcome to reach out to the manufacturer Smoothline Tops and report back here if you can get a response. Smooth Line Email: info.smoothline@gmail.com phone: 724-575-0882 I truly believe this option would really help the 370Z Vert community. I worked on this for a long time not only or myself but for all others in my situation. Hopefully we can get this going and provide a good option for all. Thank you. gr8-wrx likes this. __________________ F.I. Stage 1 Twin Turbo #48 \| E85 FlexFuel \| Built 7AT \| F.I. 34 Row Oil Cooler \| F.I. Flex Plate \| F.I. 19 row Trans Cooler \| MT ET Street S/S \| ECUTEK Tuned by Seb \| RPM Roll Bar

12-17-2018, 11:48 AM	#187 (permalink)
dhoogerhyde Base Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 10 Drives: '13 370Z Cnv Red MT6 Rep Power: 9	Hardtop Option Interested - keep me posted. Thanks. blueranger likes this.

01-03-2019, 11:19 PM	#190 (permalink)
370zmiranda Base Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Ventura Posts: 11 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 8	Is that top? I’m good with that. blueranger likes this.

11-29-2018, 08:54 PM	#182 (permalink)
TJM370ZR Base Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 42 Drives: 10 370 RoadsterPW M6 Rep Power: 8	Are there any further updates from the manufacturer on this hard top? It looks like I am due for soft top assembly #3 and with the extended warranty expiring in February 2019 I am looking for a permanent solution that does not involve the Nissan dealer network.

01-05-2019, 03:52 PM	#191 (permalink)
370zmiranda Base Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Ventura Posts: 11 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 8	Hardtop options They are stating they have a hardtop https://www.smoothline.com I left a VM and will post If i hear back from them. blueranger likes this.

01-07-2019, 10:24 AM	#192 (permalink)
370zmiranda Base Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Ventura Posts: 11 Drives: 2010 370z roadster Rep Power: 8	Hardtop is now available https://www.smoothline.com/nissan?fb...cRNxTzLD-xWwp4 Hardtop cost will be $2300 - $2900 depending on what you have added to it and shipping. gr8-wrx, blueranger, sx moneypit and 1 others like this. Last edited by 370zmiranda; 01-07-2019 at 03:37 PM. Reason: Added more information

01-31-2019, 09:17 PM	#193 (permalink)
10MPlayer Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Sacratomato Posts: 309 Drives: your mama wild. Rep Power: 13	I'm late to this thread but yes I'm interested. My top on my 2012 Base works fine but I dread the day when it craps out. blueranger likes this. __________________ About my name: I occasionally play a Conn 10M Tenor Saxophone - so 10MPlayer

02-01-2019, 02:24 AM	#194 (permalink)
Spoiler A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Central Florida Age: 65 Posts: 8,409 Drives: 21 Supra -Blk/Red Rep Power: 2684380	The top looks awesome. I’m impressed with this option.... blueranger likes this. __________________ … I SUPPORT HOES WITH SUPPORT HOSE…

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