Hi all,
six months into ownership and my glass has dropped out of my top. I took everyone’s advice here on the forum and contacted Becky at Bas tops about purchasing a new one and any possible discounts. She said they still do crossfire forum group buys but you need five people which would save about $75 a top I was wondering If anyone who has taken part in a group buy in the past could provide me information on how to go about starting a group buy and what it entails? I figured it would make a great winter project so in the spring I should be ready to go. Thank you all in advance, Carl

 

I probably need to buy a new top. I'll be part of a group buy. The BAS top comes with just the fabric, is that correct?

 

I was instructed by other members to contact Becky at BAS tops to inquire about group buys.
she can let you know when a group buy is in progress.

 

She told me today that the group buy deal is done.

 

Hi, I too would like to contact Becky and add to the group-buy. I would do so now, just the struts leaking are a snag and need to buy new ones or have rebuilt?

Thanks to Dennis for showing this site to us.

Terry

 

BAS no longer does a "group buy". Just contact Becky and tell her you are part of the Crossfire group and you will get a discount. It is best to have your cylinders rebuilt. There are a few different companies that do this.

 

Hi Tom, I will contact Becky but have no contact info. Tried BAS Int but no reply. They are in the UK no?

Does she have an E mail?

I thank you for your help here.

Terry

 

I ordered a top 4 weeks ago. Becca's email below.

rebecca.web.bas@gmail.com

I just emailed her asking about discount. I was quoted Ł624.00 (539 for the top and 85 shipping)

They are running at 8 week lead time. Expecting mine to ship in June.

 

I'm in. Will E mail her.

Thanks,

Terry

 

I should clarify the pricing I gave above was full price. I have inquired about possible discount for being a member of the forum.

will let you know what happens

 

Hi, appreciate the help.

Thanks Wilsun,

Terry

 

I heard back from Becca. She said I was already receiving a discount on the top.

It is the best price I had seen on a XF top and a lot of other members recommend them so I am very happy and looking forward to new top.

 

Do the Tops from BAS International come with a Glass Back Window or is it plastic? Also are they sewn in or just glued? Do they have the defroster built in the glass?

Also are there any places in the U.S. that can match or come close to $821 (total cost with shipping price) that is mentioned above in this thread.

I have been quoted $350 for the install her in the Houston area, I am just trying to get the best replacement top for the best price.

Thanks,

Daniel (Booney1golf)
2005 Chrysler Crossfire SRT6 Coupe
2006 Chrysler Limited Convertible
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Convertible Widebody
1939 Ford Standard Coupe Streetrod

 

BAS tops have glass glued in with the defroster inside the glass exactly like the OEM top
Very good quality and I doubt you will find anything even close in price anywhere else
I have a BAS top and many others here I know do as well
I highly recommend them and they have been a major provider for the Crossfire owners here for 8 years or more

 

Thanks Valk for your response and info. I have heard that there are some tops that have the Glass sewn in, and that would eliminate the glue breaking down and the glass coming out.

I have seen people post that their tops were still good but the glass came unglued.

Am I wrong or overthinking this. Mt garage is not big enough for all my cars so the Convertible has to be parked outside in the Texas Heat.
Thanks,

 

I don't even think you can buy a POS top for less than $800.
And $350 to install is a good price - altho once you are a real member here, and start going to events, you can get the top replaced for free like I did at the Eureka Springs event.



I would be uncomfortable leaving the car out in the heat. Even if you get a top that is sewn in, the sewing only secures the top from stress, the glue is what will keep it water tight.

My old Ford Ranger sits outside, my bike and Roadster sit inside, away from heat, UV and hail. (I am up in Fort Worth, we can't go a month without hail.)

 

I wouldn't park it outside in Texas heat regardless. If you can't park it in the garage at least get a . - Cheap space for 2-3 more vehicles

Oh and BAS tops are fantastic quality. just got mine and workmanship is top notch.

 

I now am looking at replacing the top on my '05. I don't wish to attempt the glue-in remedy as I know I'll make a mess of it! I am in the hottest part of the country - the Palm Springs area of Southern California. My XF only has 18K miles, has always been garaged (with the top always in up position), never left out in the blazing sun for long, but I guess time is an enemy regardless, so the rear window is beginning to separate from the top. I have been hearing and reading so many positive reviews about the BAS tops, so have been attempting to do some comparison shopping. I see that there is also a top made in the US by EZ-On that has received good reviews. Does anyone have experience with those or should I just go the BAS route? Then, since I am mechanically "un-enclined", will need to find a local shop that will do the work using a top that I supply. Caruso's Auto tops and upholstery in Palm Desert is one that locals recommend. If anyone here in the So. Cal. area who can recommend a shop or who has tips for me would be appreciated. Wish there was a bigger XF community here as there is in the Midwest and Florida areas. Thanks in advance!

 

The BAS warranty is pretty solid. THe EZon warranty depends on who put it on.
I have a BAS and in about ten more years, I will buy another one.

We have a forum member that lives in Kansas but travels to California several times a year - he charges around $300 to put the top on. He does only BAS tops.
His screen name is bmuccbbin

 

Thanks so much for the advice and recommendation. Looks like BAS is the way to go!