Magna Car Top Systems Producing Soft-top System for the Nissan 370Z Roadster

AK370Z · 12-22-2009, 02:34 PM

AURORA, Ontario, Canada – Magna Car Top Systems, an operating unit of Magna International Inc. and a global leader of open-air roof systems, announced that it has started production of the soft-top convertible system for the Nissan 370Z Roadster, which is currently being sold in the North American market. Production of the roof system is being completed in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.

“Our goal is to accommodate our customer's unique functional requests and provide innovative products and systems that translate into market advantages,” said Gunter Fritz, Vice President, Magna Car Top Systems. “The 370Z Roadster exemplifies performance and beauty in a sports car, and we are very pleased to be a part of the program.”

“Even with the roof closed, the slanting roof line makes the Roadster beautiful,” said Hiroshi Fuji, Senior Manager for Advanced Door/Roof System Engineering Group, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. “It was indeed a technological challenge to fold and store such a long roof into the limited space of a two-door coupe. Were it not for the close collaboration with the engineering team from Magna we could not have realized such an attractive styling in production.”

The new Nissan 370Z Roadster is a dynamic sports car with a balanced combination of performance, style and value, a position Nissan invented with the original 240Z in 1970. The Roadster belongs to the current family of Z vehicles, which also includes the 370Z coupe and NISMO 370Z.

With the convertible top in the closed position, an automatic locking mechanism at the windshield keeps it securely shut without the use of manually operated latches or handles. The top can be raised or lowered in less than 20 seconds using a button in the center console or remote control, and when fully lowered it is concealed beneath a powered, body-color hard tonneau cover.

About Magna Car Top Systems
Magna Car Top Systems is a global leader in the open-air roof system market. The company designs, develops and manufactures vehicle roof systems including retractable hardtops, soft-tops, panoramic roof modules, and removable hardtops for OEMs worldwide.

Source: http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-n...0&artid=113933

John Bradley · 12-22-2009, 07:43 PM

Well all I can say is they make a terrific
top.. I am very impressed with mine!!

FuszNissan · 12-23-2009, 11:49 AM

How do you know John, you top is never up

John Bradley · 12-23-2009, 07:45 PM

It's always UP Louie

12-22-2009, 02:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Magna Car Top Systems Producing Soft-top System for the Nissan 370Z Roadster AURORA, Ontario, Canada – Magna Car Top Systems, an operating unit of Magna International Inc. and a global leader of open-air roof systems, announced that it has started production of the soft-top convertible system for the Nissan 370Z Roadster, which is currently being sold in the North American market. Production of the roof system is being completed in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. “Our goal is to accommodate our customer's unique functional requests and provide innovative products and systems that translate into market advantages,” said Gunter Fritz, Vice President, Magna Car Top Systems. “The 370Z Roadster exemplifies performance and beauty in a sports car, and we are very pleased to be a part of the program.” “Even with the roof closed, the slanting roof line makes the Roadster beautiful,” said Hiroshi Fuji, Senior Manager for Advanced Door/Roof System Engineering Group, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. “It was indeed a technological challenge to fold and store such a long roof into the limited space of a two-door coupe. Were it not for the close collaboration with the engineering team from Magna we could not have realized such an attractive styling in production.” The new Nissan 370Z Roadster is a dynamic sports car with a balanced combination of performance, style and value, a position Nissan invented with the original 240Z in 1970. The Roadster belongs to the current family of Z vehicles, which also includes the 370Z coupe and NISMO 370Z. With the convertible top in the closed position, an automatic locking mechanism at the windshield keeps it securely shut without the use of manually operated latches or handles. The top can be raised or lowered in less than 20 seconds using a button in the center console or remote control, and when fully lowered it is concealed beneath a powered, body-color hard tonneau cover. About Magna Car Top Systems Magna Car Top Systems is a global leader in the open-air roof system market. The company designs, develops and manufactures vehicle roof systems including retractable hardtops, soft-tops, panoramic roof modules, and removable hardtops for OEMs worldwide. Source: http://www.auto123.com/en/news/car-n...0&artid=113933 __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

12-23-2009, 11:49 AM	#3 (permalink)
FuszNissan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: St. Louis Posts: 14,275 Drives: Pure Sex Rep Power: 542	How do you know John, you top is never up __________________ Mods: Too Many to list! LouFuszNissan ZDAYZ 2012

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12-22-2009, 07:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
John Bradley Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Athens, Georgia Posts: 419 Drives: 2010 Silver RDZTER Rep Power: 16	Well all I can say is they make a terrific top.. I am very impressed with mine!!

12-23-2009, 07:45 PM	#4 (permalink)
John Bradley Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Athens, Georgia Posts: 419 Drives: 2010 Silver RDZTER Rep Power: 16	It's always UP Louie