VINYL MATERIAL (PVC plastic)

  • Pinpoint Vinyl: Material originally used in most European and American vehicles in their older models from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. It is a material with two layers, an outer layer made of high-resistance plastic material and an inner layer of mixed cotton.
  • slightly different texture than Pinpoint Vinyl. This one maintains a grainy touch not as smooth as the aforementioned.
  • Colonial Vinyl: This is the original material of most English roadsters from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. It is characterized by an appearance and touch that seeks the greatest possible similarity to the skin.

Pinpoint/Colonial/Cabrio Vinyl features: Strength and durability/Excellent resistance to UV rays and change in temperature.

CANVAS MATERIAL (FABRIC)

  • Stayfast canvas: Canvas material composed of three layers (canvas, rubber, canvas), specifically designed for making convertible tops. It is one of the best options in value for money. The Stayfast canvas has a similar appearance to the German Sonnenland canvas material, however the reverse is smooth so there is no pattern to serve as a headliner. It is a material widely used in the changing of the top of European cars as a less expensive alternative to the original German Sonnenland canvas.
  • Twillfast canvas: This is the American version of the German Sonnenland canvas. The biggest difference is that the first is made with a layer of mixed cotton, whereas German Sonnenland canvas is made with a polyester blend. Regarding its quality, BMW began to test the Twillfast canvas for years to determine its resistance, durability and discoloration, and decided to start including it as original equipment in its models after 1994 such as the 3-series E36 bodywork, and BMW Z3 E37 bodywork, and is still used to this day.
  • German Sonnenland Canvas: No description needed. It is the original material in most German and high-end cars. Its manufacture consists of a three-layer compound, being the most durable option compared to the previous materials; provides a slightly silkier environment, richer in color and appearance. Original Equipment of: VW New Beetle Cabrio, Mercedes, Porsche, Saab, Volvo, BMW (models before 1994), etc.

Characteristics of Stayfast/Twillfast/German Sonnenland tarps: Superior durability and strength, excellent wrinkle resistance, excellent handling and flexibility to change in temperature, especially at low temperatures.