Vinyl Top Differences - 70/71 vs 72
#1
Vinyl Top Differences - 70/71 vs 72
According to Legendary Auto Interiors, the 1964-1971 vinyl tops had a Satin sheen, while the 1972 vinyl tops had a Gloss sheen. Is this correct?
While the Legendary catalog item description infers all 1972 vinyl tops were Gloss sheen, the individual ordering list for all models shows only the 1972 Cutlass Supreme having the Gloss sheen. Is this correct?
If true, is this another minor detail that differentiates the 1970, 1971, and 1972 models years, in addition to the high beam indicator color, "A" pillar color (pearl/white interiors), door locking operation, interior hood lock operation, smooth/dimpled fenders (1/71), seat belt operation (1/72), etc....
Thank you,
Anthony
While the Legendary catalog item description infers all 1972 vinyl tops were Gloss sheen, the individual ordering list for all models shows only the 1972 Cutlass Supreme having the Gloss sheen. Is this correct?
If true, is this another minor detail that differentiates the 1970, 1971, and 1972 models years, in addition to the high beam indicator color, "A" pillar color (pearl/white interiors), door locking operation, interior hood lock operation, smooth/dimpled fenders (1/71), seat belt operation (1/72), etc....
Thank you,
Anthony
#3
Legendary also notes that the other suppliers are just using the same Satin sheen vinyl material for 70-72 tops, instead of the correct Gloss sheen for the '72 cars.
Trying to find out if Legendary is correct about the different vinyl sheens for the three model years.
Anthony
#6
The '72 H/O had a different vinyl roof material than the standard Cutlass/442 vinyl, it was more like the Cadillac Fleetwood vinyl top, including the gloss sheen.
Hopefully for those whom want to install the proper '72 vinyl top material, the Legendary information will be verified.
#7
Just an Olds Guy
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Location: Edmonton, AB. And "I am Can 'eh' jun - eh"
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Looking at it right now. The colors AA, BB, FF, GG appear to be slightly glossy. TT (covert beige) appears to be satin though. My book is in excellent condition and the vinyl swatches are protected behind a separate cover and the accent paint strip plastic sheet so I think it represents the material very well.
#8
Looking at it right now. The colors AA, BB, FF, GG appear to be slightly glossy. TT (covert beige) appears to be satin though. My book is in excellent condition and the vinyl swatches are protected behind a separate cover and the accent paint strip plastic sheet so I think it represents the material very well.
Do you happen to have a '70 or '71 book with the vinyl swatches to compare with the '72 vinyl? This would give a definite between them.
Does the sample book describe the vinyl as being glossy?
Besides just seeing the difference, still not certain what Legendary found to make the distinction after all these years.
Anthony
#9
Just an Olds Guy
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Edmonton, AB. And "I am Can 'eh' jun - eh"
Posts: 24,525
No, the sample part of the dealer ordering guide is a visual look at what the vinyl texture and sheen look like. Are you by any chance building a show car?
re: what color is my car? It's not factory any more. I didn't like the code 14 pewter but wanted to keep it silver but with a brighter look. If you want to see what it looks like in Corvette silver, check my album on my home page. It will be getting a vinyl roof, and I believe the pattern/material is called levant grain, as per factory.
#10
Hi Allan.
Thanks for the information. My '72 will be stock, though not sure about replacing the vinyl top yet. Never saw any in difference in vinyl top sheens for 70-72, until reading Legendary Interior catalog. It seems they are correct, since you were able to verify with original samples. I will take a look at the photos, get an idea of the color and vinyl top options.
Anthony
Thanks for the information. My '72 will be stock, though not sure about replacing the vinyl top yet. Never saw any in difference in vinyl top sheens for 70-72, until reading Legendary Interior catalog. It seems they are correct, since you were able to verify with original samples. I will take a look at the photos, get an idea of the color and vinyl top options.
Anthony
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