[drbino]

A saleslady told me that she didn't like the parchment color top (or any light colored vert top) on account of how hard it is to keep clean. She said that in our area (high humidity) that mold and dirt and what not gets into the texture and gradually makes the color darker and darker with grime if meticulous care isn't given to keeping it clean. Anyone have any experience with this? This will be my first vert and I'm clueless as to all the pros and cons of ownership.

[2k5GTC]

Originally Posted by drbino

A saleslady told me that she didn't like the parchment color top (or any light colored vert top) on account of how hard it is to keep clean. She said that in our area (high humidity) that mold and dirt and what not gets into the texture and gradually makes the color darker and darker with grime if meticulous care isn't given to keeping it clean. Anyone have any experience with this? This will be my first vert and I'm clueless as to all the pros and cons of ownership.

Hey drbino,

I use a great product called RaggTopp Vinyl Convertible Top Care Kit. So far it works great. It takes the grime out of the texture with ease, and the protectant gives the top a nice satin look instead of the high gloss of other protectant products. I highly recommend this product, especially since it is recommended by the top manufacturer Haartz Corp.
I live in a high humidity area, but have not had the car long enough to see any effects, if any. I truly doubt a top that is maintained properly will exhibit the problems your saleslady mentioned. Cloth tops probably have to be meticulously maintained, but the vinyl top on the Mustang only requires regular maintenance.
BTW, Autogeek had the lowest price and quick shipping. Hope this helped.

[drbino]

Thanks dude. I figured you of all folks would be ready to give some good info, considering that beautiful Redfire/Parchment ride you have there.

[2k5GTC]

You're more than welcome drbino. And thanks for the nice remark about my vert.