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Originally Posted by The Batman

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.

Considering you can driver without the targa at all, I really don't think it would be necessary to have any structure to it. All it would have to do is latch in correctly.

	JaySin Member Join Date: Dec 2007	Quote: Originally Posted by The Batman 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. Considering you can driver without the targa at all, I really don't think it would be necessary to have any structure to it. All it would have to do is latch in correctly.