The carbon slicktop thread

[Tbonem3]

For me, CF roofs hurt value. Despite it being such a cool mod (and expensive), unless you can be very very sure of the job that was done, it's a big liability. I'm mostly speaking to the install, but even the piece itself can deteriorate requiring big $ to replace/fix.

Give me a true slicktop anyday.

[bigjae46]

One question I have not seen asked anywhere here.

What do you guys think that CF roof conversion Is going to do with resale value of the car?

Currently thinking about doing the conversion and it popped in my mind, as it’s the mod that’s not reversible.

I understand that most of you, who did this mod are keeping the car long term, or don’t really care. Just wondering how could be this mod percepted by not so performance oriented or OEM loving buyers, if I sell the car in distant future maybe.

As long as you installed the roof bow and it was competently done I would say it slightly enhance the value. I would make sure it has some sort of UV protection or clear coat on it.

[Casa de Mesa]

One question I have not seen asked anywhere here.

What do you guys think that CF roof conversion Is going to do with resale value of the car?

Currently thinking about doing the conversion and it popped in my mind, as it’s the mod that’s not reversible.

I understand that most of you, who did this mod are keeping the car long term, or don’t really care. Just wondering how could be this mod percepted by not so performance oriented or OEM loving buyers, if I sell the car in distant future maybe.

Definitely depends on quality of the part, install, condition of the roof, etc. If I were a buyer, I'd want a documented install ensuring proper adhesive, prep work, etc. was in order and it was sealed properly. It's one thing to get it installed correctly and another to ensure it prevents water ingress.

Like anything, it can be a value add or a detriment. It really depends on the above and the overall/respective quality of the rest of the car.

I did the conversion, think it will add value in my case, but as you keyed in on already, I am not planning on selling the car so I could care less if it improved or decreased the value.

[Mtrace]

In the thick of it at the moment

[0-60motorsports]

In the thick of it at the moment

Nice!


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[Nate047]

Maybe this was covered but can you bond the cross beam, or does it need to be welded in?

[Duck360198]

Soooooo does anyone have an OEM CSL roof laying around they'd like to sell? Or know where to get one?! Just curious!

[ImAzn]

For those that went with the Euro Headliner without the hump, what did you do with your motion sensor in the middle? Or should I just get the one with the hump?

[old///MFanatic]

For those that went with the Euro Headliner without the hump, what did you do with your motion sensor in the middle? Or should I just get the one with the hump?

Doesn’t the “euro headliner” have the option of cutting the marked hole or leaving intact. The motion sensor doesn’t really take space behind the hole, other than the white plastic bracket backing and to hide wiring.

[Wernd]

I believe euro is perforated so you could cut it out. I don't know if the plastic would fit or not since it snaps in and does sit up a bit from the headliner. I guess worst case you could trim the plastic shorter too

[repoman89]

For those that went with the Euro Headliner without the hump, what did you do with your motion sensor in the middle? Or should I just get the one with the hump?

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[Epsilon]

Maybe this was covered but can you bond the cross beam, or does it need to be welded in?

This guy bonded and added rivets.

https://youtu.be/Bny08_GKhNk?t=1009

[AWE46M3]

Finally got my Karb roof installed thanks to Kings Auto Body in Huntington Beach. The weave on the roof is exceptional. No QC issues to note for the clear coat or finish. The roof is getting Suntek PPF done this week. I had a chance to look at Xpel and Suntek on CF roofs and prefer Suntek due to the smoothness of the film whereas Xpel is more heavy-duty and comes with a noticeable orange peel.

Huge shout out to Tbonem3 for the glam shots. The iPhone 14 Pro would not have done this justice.

[Nate047]

Finally got my Karb roof installed thanks to Kings Auto Body in Huntington Beach. The weave on the roof is exceptional. No QC issues to note for the clear coat or finish. The roof is getting Suntek PPF done this week. I had a chance to look at Xpel and Suntek on CF roofs and prefer Suntek due to the smoothness of the film whereas Xpel is more heavy-duty and comes with a noticeable orange peel.

Huge shout out to Tbonem3 for the glam shots. The iPhone 14 Pro would not have done this justice.

How much was the installation in total? I found their rate-to-quality ratio to be very reasonable on some paint work they did for me.

[gohdunlam]

Finally got my Karb roof installed thanks to Kings Auto Body in Huntington Beach. The weave on the roof is exceptional. No QC issues to note for the clear coat or finish. The roof is getting Suntek PPF done this week. I had a chance to look at Xpel and Suntek on CF roofs and prefer Suntek due to the smoothness of the film whereas Xpel is more heavy-duty and comes with a noticeable orange peel.

Huge shout out to Tbonem3 for the glam shots. The iPhone 14 Pro would not have done this justice.

wow that looks clean