How much to replace top at dealer? (And is warranty worth it?)

jlx · 04-18-2011, 11:16 PM

Trying to decide if the extended warranty is worth it for the Roadster. Does anyone know how much it would cost to fix the top at the dealer vs. auto shop?

I plan to keep this car for several years. I should also note this car is my daily driver and I open/close the top ~3-5 times/week in the spring/summer. Fall/winter I would probably keep the top up.

Jimc · 05-21-2013, 04:08 PM

Warranty does not cover fabric, just the mechanical part of the top. I did get the gold warranty for 6 years 75K miles and the cost was 1525.00

SouthArk370Z · 05-21-2013, 04:55 PM

Deciding whether or not an extended warranty is needed is just like with any other insurance policy. If replacing the 'vert top mechanism (or other major components) would set you back financially, then it's probably a good idea. If you think you can comfortably afford major repairs after the warranty runs out, then it doesn't make as much sense. Ofc, you also have to figure in the probability of a major part failing; from what I've read, 'vert mechanisms are pretty reliable but not that reliable.

My advice, FWIW, is to get the extended warranty. YMMV

DEpointfive0 · 05-21-2013, 05:07 PM

I believe the top is something moronic like 6-10k

zakimak · 05-21-2013, 05:25 PM

From my experience so far with the top, I would get it. I am still under warranty but will schedule for a second visit.

IDZRVIT · 05-21-2013, 06:11 PM

My top was replaced under warranty. I asked what the top cost. Cdn$1200 and 8 hrs labour at the dealer. So, ~$2000 give or take in Canada.

Ubetit · 05-22-2013, 12:13 PM

My top is going to be replaced under warranty before my warranty runs out. Something sharp is cutting the inner portion of my top when it folds. It's also leaving a weird wear mark. I don't want to replace it yet, i'll wait until closer to warranty expires.

04-18-2011, 11:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
jlx Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5 Drives: Z Rdstr Rep Power: 16	How much to replace top at dealer? (And is warranty worth it?) Trying to decide if the extended warranty is worth it for the Roadster. Does anyone know how much it would cost to fix the top at the dealer vs. auto shop? I plan to keep this car for several years. I should also note this car is my daily driver and I open/close the top ~3-5 times/week in the spring/summer. Fall/winter I would probably keep the top up. Last edited by jlx; 04-18-2011 at 11:19 PM.

05-21-2013, 04:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jimc Base Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: New Jersey Age: 75 Posts: 97 Drives: 12 Vert Tour BS M6 Rep Power: 12	Warranty Warranty does not cover fabric, just the mechanical part of the top. I did get the gold warranty for 6 years 75K miles and the cost was 1525.00

05-21-2013, 04:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	Deciding whether or not an extended warranty is needed is just like with any other insurance policy. If replacing the 'vert top mechanism (or other major components) would set you back financially, then it's probably a good idea. If you think you can comfortably afford major repairs after the warranty runs out, then it doesn't make as much sense. Ofc, you also have to figure in the probability of a major part failing; from what I've read, 'vert mechanisms are pretty reliable but not *that* reliable. My advice, FWIW, is to get the extended warranty. YMMV DEpointfive0 likes this. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

05-21-2013, 05:07 PM	#4 (permalink)
DEpointfive0 Premium Member Bitches Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: SoCal Posts: 14,824 Drives: a lot Rep Power: 17151	I believe the top is something moronic like 6-10k __________________ Do YOU want to know what/where I got my username from? ( Click to show/hide ) NSFW due to language:

05-21-2013, 05:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
zakimak 6/2/80 - 9/29/14 - RIP Lukas Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Posts: 450 Drives: ZR; Q45; VTR1K, GT65 Rep Power: 17	From my experience so far with the top, I would get it. I am still under warranty but will schedule for a second visit. __________________ What doesn't kill you might make you a cripple so chose wisely. Free Stuff for Premium Members - Yeah Really

05-21-2013, 06:11 PM	#6 (permalink)
IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 27	My top was replaced under warranty. I asked what the top cost. Cdn$1200 and 8 hrs labour at the dealer. So, ~$2000 give or take in Canada. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

05-22-2013, 12:13 PM	#7 (permalink)
Ubetit Track Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ohio Posts: 527 Drives: the women lazy Rep Power: 14	My top is going to be replaced under warranty before my warranty runs out. Something sharp is cutting the inner portion of my top when it folds. It's also leaving a weird wear mark. I don't want to replace it yet, i'll wait until closer to warranty expires.

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