FAQ: Who Invented The T Top?

While many credit GM for the T-Top, it was actually invented and patented by car designer Gordon Buehrig. It was first used in a 1948 prototype by The American Sportscar Company or “Tasco.”

Who made the first T Top Car?

It was first used in a 1948 prototype by The American Sportscar Company or “Tasco.” The 1968 Chevrolet Corvette coupe was the first U.S.-built production automobile to feature a T-top roof.

When did they stop making T-tops?

Perhaps the most iconic application of the T-Top was on the second-generation Pontiac Firebird. Offered for the first time in 1976, these T-Tops were originally provided by Hurst until 1978, when they were replaced by larger, less leaky panels manufactured by Fisher.

When did Camaro get T-tops?

13. First Camaro with T-Tops: T-Tops became standard on the Corvette coupe in 1968 and Pontiac began offering the removable roof panels as an option on the Trans Am in 1976, but T-Tops weren’t available on the Camaro until 1978.

Why do cars not have T-tops anymore?

The reason t-tops came into being was because vehicle manufacturers were afraid that the federal government was going to ban convertibles. That’s why the “last” Cadillac convertible was built in 1976just about the same time that the first t-top was introduced.

What is a Pontiac Fiero?

The Pontiac Fiero is a mid-engine sports car that was built by American automobile manufacturer General Motors from 1983 to 1988 for the 1984 to 1988 model years. It was the first two-seater Pontiac since the 1926 to 1938 coupes, and the first mass-produced mid-engine sports car by an American manufacturer.

Which Nissan has T-tops?

Nissan 300ZX T -Top (1992: Z32)

What year Mustang came with T-tops?

The Ford Mustang had a serious case of Trans Am envy in the late ’70s, so it’s not surprising that Ford rushed to make T-tops available for 1977, the second-to-last year for the Mustang II. Ford marketed the option as the T-Roof Convertible, and it was available on any Mustang II hatchback.

What cars still have T-tops?

Our list of the 10 best T Top cars are:

• Porsche 911 Targa.
• Acura NSX-T.
• Lotus Elise.
• Pontiac Firebird.
• Chevrolet Corvette C3-C8.
• Triumph TR4.
• Ferrari 308 GTS.
• Fiat X1/9.

How much does it cost to install T-tops?

Generally, it can cost $3,500 or more to install a custom T-top on your boat or to choose it as a factory-installed option. However, some companies offer more affordable aftermarket T-tops.

Why is the Camaro called Z28?

The name Z28 is nothing more than a production code used by Chevrolet to note add-on options. According to records maintained by OldRide, the code listed as Z28 notes the Special Performance Package.

How many 1969 Camaros did they make?

Camaro production totaled 243,085 for 1969, and surprisingly, the rarest models are six-cylinder-powered convertibles, with 1,707 built; the most common bodies were V-8-powered sport coupes at 190,971 units.

What was the Z28 package?

Basically, the Z28 option was a performance package with some nice looks added to help identify them before you got to see their tail lights. Since the Z28 was a performance package, the engine is one of the most important parts of a Z28 Camaro.

Does BMW make hardtop convertible?

This 4-seat hardtop convertible has great fuel efficiency. 2019 BMW 4 Series Convertible: All-wheel drive and 4-cylinder engine with a base price of $53,000.

Do Camaros still have T-tops?

Since convertibles had a bad rep for not having the necessary structural rigidity and safety, the T-Top was the way to go. Drop Top Customs, the aftermarket customizers known for making convertibles, have now decided to bring the T-Top back in the form of a kit for the current Chevrolet Camaro.

What is a Pontiac Firebird?

The Pontiac Firebird is an American automobile that was built and produced by Pontiac from the 1967 to 2002 model years. Designed as a pony car to compete with the Ford Mustang, it was introduced on February 23, 1967, five months after GM’s Chevrolet division’s platform-sharing Camaro.