Works Replica Hardtops - Road and Race

I originally designed and manufactured a 2-Seater BN6/7 GRP hardtop for the Austin Healey racing fraternity in the mid 80's based on the standard factory hardtop, which even then was an extremely rare item. The roof provided improved aerodynamics and weighed a lot less than the factory version. The top proved very popular and a lot of enquiries started coming in for a 4-Seat version.

Once again I made an exact replica of an original factory hardtop saving about 20lbs in weight over the original. The renewed availability of the tops was an instant success with many racers finding an improvement in top speed. The downside of factory hardtops at the time was that the weight high up on the car added to body roll through the corners, an effect almost eliminated when using these lighter reproductions. These tops are still widely used today and sold worldwide.

The range was added to later with the BJ7/8 roof which once again was modeled on an original factory roof however discrete modifications have been made to improve the shape and fit to the windscreen profile. Slight increases to the width were also incorporated to correctly extend the roof to the edge of the quarter lights, something the original never did! It is these details that set our hardtops apart from the competition creating a top quality fit that looks like a factory option rather than an after market add-on.

The range of available hardtops was then completed by the introduction of the replica Healey 100 (BN1/2) roof. This roof also includes alloy framed sliding side screens creating an all-weather Grand Tourer from this historic sports car.

All of these roofs can be provided in lightweight ‘Race' lay-up or in ‘Road' weight to improve sound deadening and reduce flexure. They can be supplied in kit form with all glazing, side screens, seals and fasteners, or can be professionally fitted, trimmed and painted in our workshop.

Please call to discuss your requirements in detail and to obtain costed options.