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Originally Posted by jimbo

The engineering is already done on this. All they have to do is replace the Aluminimum with plexiglass.

I don't think it's that simple. The Corvette clear top has a substantial frame, the clear plastic doesn't have to support much force. For the Solstice coupe, the whole top is probably integral to its structure, you can't just cut a hole in it, without beefing up the frame - do it with lightweight strong materials, it's too expensive per car.

I'm somewhat shocked that a clear top isn't immediately available with the Solstice coupe. GM targas, like Corvette, Camaro and Firebird, have had clear tops for decades. To omit the option in a halo like Solstice is a pretty bad oversight, and to not be able to carry the hard top with you is really dumb. Forgiveable, sure, but dumb.

	The Batman Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: East of East L.A.	Quote: Originally Posted by jimbo The engineering is already done on this. All they have to do is replace the Aluminimum with plexiglass. I don't think it's that simple. The Corvette clear top has a substantial frame, the clear plastic doesn't have to support much force. For the Solstice coupe, the whole top is probably integral to its structure, you can't just cut a hole in it, without beefing up the frame - do it with lightweight strong materials, it's too expensive per car. I'm somewhat shocked that a clear top isn't immediately available with the Solstice coupe. GM targas, like Corvette, Camaro and Firebird, have had clear tops for decades. To omit the option in a halo like Solstice is a pretty bad oversight, and to not be able to carry the hard top with you is really dumb. Forgiveable, sure, but dumb.