So it's time to replace the top on my Lunar Gray XKR, and I'm toying with the idea of going with a contrasting color instead of the original black. The interior is a dark Truffle Brown. Had ChatGPT do a quick rendering of both and can't quite decide. Anyone have strong opinions one way or the other?

 

I'm trying to get a replacement fabric.. but Jaguar does not sell them anymore.. does not have them in stock and as such.. 3rd party it is.. not sure how that will hold up with the rear window and such.. but we'll see.. I'm going from a grey version (apparently they did exist) to a full black one on my White XK

When I did this for my silver XK.. it looked like brand spanking new

 

I find my eye is drawn towards the light top, it makes the car stand out in a crowd. On the other hand, I find that light tops tend to make a car look ‘more girly’. So, mixed opinions on the switch.

 

My silver car has a black top , if i ever have to replace it I might look at maroon.

 

You'll regret buying a light color top, as it will show every stain from bird poop to tree sap.

 

Simon,

Your 2013 XKR convertible has a Truffle interior, the same color as the dashboard in my 2013 XJ:



I bought a new black replacement top for my 2009 XKR Portfolio from OEM+ Auto Tops last September. See: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...lation-284476/

The fabric is Haartz Twillfast RPC, and it looks just like the original factory fabric. It fits perfectly. They also have it in Brown. Here's the link:
https://oemplusautotops.com/shop/?fi...er_color=brown
I suggest you call them and order fabric samples.

Stuart

 

Interesting, I thought bird poop would stand out more on a black top, but maybe it depends on what your birds are eating.

 

I owned a white car when I lived in Champaign-Urbana. Mulberry season was pure hell -- purple bird poop everywhere...

 

I like the way the red roof echoes the taillight color.

 

I had a huckleberry tree and a white vinyl fence. Purple bird poop everywhere. My cars were always in the garage, thankfully.

 

I actually really like the look of the red one they have for when I have to get mine done later this year.

 

I was looking on the web for the colors.. but can't find some good pictures of the colors on actual cars..

these are the original ones I think.. although not too sure on how accurate they are.. anyone have an example of Titan Gray

 

anyone have any good addresses to order the original fabric or an entire roof?

 

I replaced my top with a top by Gaah. Local shop did it and it’s great.

I have a Jag Racing Green vert with the beige top. It does show marks and stains, but it is pretty

 

See my Post #6, above.
Also see
https://parts.jaguarlandroverclassic.com/

 

I did this a year are so back it may help you with your decision,
I went with Tops on Line, Gahh Top and a new headliner, the headliner didn't fit as well but is okay.
Good luck

Well, I did my “deep dive” into convertible tops for a replacement top.

Naturally, should anyone else have any better information or have had their convertible top replace please share their experiences.

Based on the 2013MY Brochure has the top color as “beige”.
While there is some conflicting information from site to site I believe that Tops On Line & EZON offer the best possible solutions.
Anyone have any expeiernces with these?
I have requested some info from Harrtz and Bass, but they haven’t got back with me
Choices are:
Harrtz is Twillfast RPC, but labeled as Pebble Beige.
See link: https://www.haartz.com/products/twillfast-rpc
GAHH is the German A5 labeled as Gray Beige. Some sites only offer in Black
EZON also has a plain Twillfast in Lt Oak and also seems to be a tight weave fabric.
Tops On Line
Offers GAHH Brand , Robbins, and a German A5
https://www.topsonline.com/model/Con...nvertible.html
EZON Convertible tops
https://ezonauto.com/convertible-top...vertible%20top
Offers the Twillfast RPC in Pebble Beige
German A5 in Cream
Robbins site offer this information which was helpful:
https://robbinsautotop.com/color-swatch-512#home
But their OEM page didn’t have a listing for any Jaguars past 2006, go figure!

We have 2 shops the local jaguar dealer recommends in my area that I plan to visit and see what the have to offer and probably choice which one I will have it done at.
Not really setup to take on this large of project.

All the sites researched:
https://robbinsautotop.com/about-us
https://gahh.com/
https://www.topsonline.com/
https://www.autotopsdirect.com/default.asp
https://www.haartz.com/
https://www.haartz.com/products/twillfast-rpc
https://ezonauto.com/
https://ezonauto.com/
https://www.basjaguartrim.com/

 

@djhaydel It's interesting that you listed every convertible top retailer except the one I used and recommended in my Post #6, above: OEM+ Auto Tops. Their "Perfect Fit Guarantee" says it all: "We produce convertible tops that are as close to the original as possible." That was my experience.

See my Post #6 for the links.

 

My apologies to Stuart for not including "OEM" in the information I posted.

OEM is included in the procedure I put together to help others contemplating replacing their tops.
I included that link below:

https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/a...129d1733612665

 

I decided to play it safe with a "Titan Gray" top from OEM Plus Tops. Used a recommended local installer and got it done for $2500 all in. Quality is great and I think the gray fabric is a nice change from the original black. A couple of before/after pics:

 

Looks great!!

if the MY 2012 I’m looking at that needs a new top isn’t a scam, I’m considering the titan grey on a black exterior.