New Roof

[ZTec]

Hi All,
I’ve just booked my Zed into Jack Smith in Swansea for a new roof on the 10th May. Decided to go for a blue one to replace the black one currently fitted which has lasted well, 21 years in October. He recons it’ll take the best part of the morning to do and cost £300, bargain, and only 40 miles away. Can’t wait.

 

[BMBabe]

Cant wait for the pics

 

[Shieldz]

Please post how you get on (with photos) Thinking of getting mine replaced soon.

 

[ZTec]

Please post how you get on (with photos) Thinking of getting mine replaced soon.

Certainly will.

 

[Slam]

That's such a good price

 

[ZTec]

That's such a good price

It is, @PHILIP BAXTER had his done there last year, a blue one as well, looks great.

 

[Slam]

Fair trek for me though.

 

[ZTec]

Fair trek for me though.

Seem like it, maybe a overnight stop sometime in the summer.

 

[Slam]

Fortunately I don't need a new roof yet. I was in Pembrokeshire last year for a holiday so would probably do that again when new roof needed

 

[Shieldz]

Seen this guy (http://www.soft-tops.co.uk) mentioned on here as another good option. A little more expensive.

 

[ZTec]

Seen this guy (http://www.soft-tops.co.uk) mentioned on here as another good option. A little more expensive.

I agree, ideal if you live in that area.

 

[Shieldz]

Being in North Somerset, Swansea would be a nice drive out However I have family near Croydon so have the option of both. Would be great to get peoples options on both fitters please.

 

[PHILIP BAXTER]

You know it makes sense mate.

 

[handsomejackuk]

mine is about 4 year old now and still looks good was £280 and in blue...

 

[g8jka]

Being in North Somerset, Swansea would be a nice drive out However I have family near Croydon so have the option of both. Would be great to get peoples options on both fitters please.

I've used both and to be honest there is nothing between them really apart from pricing. Ones from Jack Smith have the relief pockets as standard, the ones from the Guy at Croydon don't unless you pay extra. He also charged extra for a red roof, but Jack Smiths will do any colour for the same price, he tends to be busier also and there is a wait to book in. Whichever one you choose you will get top quality and a fantastic service. Only difference I found was an extra few quid in my wallet.

 

[Shieldz]

Many thanks for the info. Great to have someone with experience of both! Does that include new seals in the price too?

 

[g8jka]

No new seals I'm afraid, just the canvas and rear window including fitting. As far as I know you can only get new seals from BMW and last time I had a quote for the 3 around each window it was around £200 per side from what I remember.

 

[Cobranut]

Does this include removable rear window....seems a great price....I haven't seen any at less than £700 ish..

 

[gookah]

you will only get a removable window with a genuine BMW roof, all aftermarket are stitched in

 

[ZTec]

Does this include removable rear window....seems a great price....I haven't seen any at less than £700 ish..

As @gookah said windows are stitched in, and at that price you could afford to change it every few years instead of spending money on roof proofing and cleaning products. Ten days to go and looking forward to it.