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Convertible Soft Top Hood
Suitable Models: BN4, BT7
$560.61 – $1,015.19 exc. VAT UK Customers ONLY - VAT (20%) will be calculated at checkout.
Just in case you get caught out by sudden rainy down-pour! Available in a limited variety of materials and colours. See below for more product details and information.
Convertible Soft Top Hood:
- Applicable for all BT7 models, and the BN4 models made on the Abingdon production line with chassis number from approx. 68,960 onwards.
- Includes a fully sewn Vybak plastic window.
- Pre-sewn rain gutter rail channels for left and right edges.
- Includes reinforcement material on the underside for the rear and sides circumference edges; to ensure strength and rigidity during the fitment process.
- French-seam (top-stitched) darts to help form the main metal framework curvature shape of the Hood.
- Includes Tacks and Hidem banding for initial fitment to the header rail, and the associated chrome finishers.
- Includes a bag of the female fastener fixings required to attach to this part to the male fixings located on the car bodywork.
Note that PVC Hooding (British Everflex) was original for the majority of the Austin Healey models.
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Please note that the colour names refer to internal John Skinner Ltd names, not necessarily the names Austin Healey originally used for these colours.
Due to industry-wide inconsistencies in production and record-keeping, it is widely accepted that the interpretation of original shades varies depending on who you ask. As a result, John Skinner Ltd offers multiple “original” shade options for you to make your final choice from. Below is a list of these accepted “original” colour choices that John Skinners can offer for your Healey restoration project.
Black PVC
Dark Blue PVC
Sand PVC
Beige PVC
Off White PVC
White PVC
Black Mohair
Dark Blue Mohair
Camel Mohair
Beige Mohair
CUSTOM COLOURS/COMBINATIONS ALSO AVAILABLE
Note that we can also offer a variety of custom “non-original” shades if you prefer a more bespoke finish. For a full and complete list of options please view our Materials & Colours library.
SAMPLES/COLOUR CONFIRMATIONS
As part of the ordering process, we will arrange for samples to be sent for final confirmation – so browse and shop with complete peace of mind, knowing that we will guide you through step-by-step with all the information you require.
Please note that all materials are subject to colour shade differences between production batches. There may be subtle differences in colour shading between sample cuttings and final production material.
What materials are available?
We can manufacture the all weather equipment parts in either PVC Hooding or Mohair Canvas Hooding.
What material is original for this model of car?
PVC Hooding was original for the Austin Healey models. Some cars may have left the factory with Mohair versions for special order requests.
Do you offer different qualities of materials?
There are different materials available on the market – but JSM only offers two options in order to guarantee our customers products made in only the highest quality raw materials. For the PVC Hooding we only use the top of the range “British Everflex PQ” (Premium Quality) version, and for the Mohair we use the Deluxe Mohair Canvas (“DMC”). Note that “Stayfast” Mohair Canvas (“SMC”) is widely used in this industry – but we prefer not to use this as it is a thinner and slightly less premium version of DMC.
Is the Soft Top Hood edged?
Yes, this Hood is edged, but only around the B Post wing area and up past the windows, along the gutter channel. The front and rear edges of the Hood are not edged as per original specifications for these models.
Are the gutter channels around the door/windows present?
Yes; these side-channel gutters are pre-sewn into the side of the main section prior to being edge. This creates a channel for the water to run off, as opposed to dripping into the car!
How is the Hood attached at the rear of the car?
Unlike the 2 Seater models of the Healeys where there was a metal escutcheon bar inserted around the rear edge – the BN4 and BT7 models used a row of Tenax fasteners to secure it to the car.
Do you include pre-cut material for re-trimming the Header rail?
We can supply this material if required, but it is not included in the Soft Top Convertible Hood kit.
Are all the fixings included?
We supply a bag of loose Tacks for attaching the material to the header rail, as well as 2 x Chrome Hidem Plates for finishing this area off. We also include 12 x female Tenax (2pc) fixings, 2 x female Turn Button (2pc) fixings, and 2 x female Studs (2pc) fixings for various areas. We do not include any male bodywork fixings as part of this particular kit. Please see our Handbook area for more details.
Do we include the Hidem Banding used to finish off the header rail?
Yes, this is included in the kit. We colour-match this Hidem to the main Hooding colour where possible.
Does the window come with a zip to be able to remove it?
No. Is only original for the BJ7 and BJ8 to have the zip-out rear window section. All the other 3000 and 100 models had the windows stitched in place.
Is there a difference in the Soft Top Convertible Hoods between the BN4 Longbridge and Abingdon cars?
Yes. There is a subtle difference, albeit you would be hard pushed to see the difference in photos as this relates to the positions of seam lines on the Soft Top Hood itself. It all relates to the actual metal Hood Frame and how the bracket attaches to the car. See our Handbook posting for more details on this. The split should be at chassis number 68,959 – but due to inconsistencies and changes since new – it is best to check which metal framework you choose according to this.
Due to the range of products we offer, and our worldwide customer base, we can only calculate an accurate shipping cost once Your Enquiry/Quote has been received by Jonathon. As there is no payment required at this stage – use our Quote Builder in full confidence, with zero commitment to purchase – and send us your Quotation request for your interior trim requirements; and we will get in touch directly with you with an updated Quote, which will include the shipment costs.
In the meantime, basic guideline shipping costs are outlined below.
(For all non-UK shipments – the final price per box depends on the size of the box – which is dictated by the items in your final selection)
UK: £10.50 – £30 per box
Europe & European Union: £20 – £150 per box
North America & Canada: £28.50 – £160 per box
Rest of World: £50.00 – £400 per box
Generally speaking, a complete car interior kit (Trim Panels, Carpets, Seat Covers, Boot/Trunk area, Soft Top Hoods etc) normally requires 2 x FULL Size Boxes, with some cars needing slightly less, and some slightly more.
Please note that these prices are exclusive of VAT (UK Customers ONLY) and any additional customs or handling charges that may be incurred during shipping. These prices are given as an approximation only.
For further information about shipping, and to learn more about how our shipping costs are calculated, please read our Shipping and Delivery guide.
🇪🇺 EU Shipments / Brexit 🇪🇺
As of January 2021, the UK is no longer part of the European Union (EU). As a result, several changes have been implemented which affects how EU based customers now purchase products from the UK.
It is not as problematic and complicated as people say. John Skinner Ltd sends hundreds of shipments to the EU; and rarely do we encounter any issues at all; and this is due to us working closely with our shipping agents to offer two choices that help to simplify the process for you.
You now have 2 Options you can choose from for shipping John Skinner products to the EU:
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Option 1: Standard International Shipping
This is the ‘standard’ method of purchasing items from the UK, since the UK left the EU (‘Brexit’).
You will pay John Skinner Ltd for 1) the parts ordered, and 2) the shipping cost to ship from the UK to your address.
You will NOT be charged UK VAT (20% Tax). (Before Brexit, you would have been charged UK VAT @ 20%).
Once your parts ship, you will be contacted directly by our shipping agent (normally DHL), who will request payment from you for 1) Your Local Country Tax based on the value of the John Skinner Invoice, 2) a small admin fee (normally around €15). Once this is paid, your goods are released from customs and delivered to your address.
You will NOT be charged any Duties/Tariffs. All the parts we supply are made by John Skinner Ltd in the UK, and we provide all the correct paperwork & documentation and sign declarations to ensure that no Duties/Tariffs apply to our goods. (This is often the part that most people get confused by with Brexit – they assume that anything they buy from the UK incurs Duties/Tariff charges – our products are 0% Duty/Tariff rated).
Note that this shipping option is the default choice offered when Jonathon is raising your initial Quote; if you wish to discuss the second option (see below) – then just mention this to Jonathon once he has made direct contact with you about your enquiry.
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Option 2: Prepaid Duties & Taxes *** VERY POPULAR OPTION ***
To simplify the purchasing process, you can choose our Prepaid Duties & Taxes option.
This process is becoming the most popular option for our EU customers as it makes everything very simple and straightforward, akin to how it was before the UK left the EU.
We will calculate & include all applicable import duties, taxes, and customs fees in your order total – and everything is paid up front to John Skinner Ltd.
Once the parts are ready and are shipped – you will NOT pay any additional costs, or have to do anything more – your order will be delivered to your address as normal. Our shipping agent (normally DHL) pays the Local Country Tax on behalf of John Skinner Ltd and they Invoice us for this later. This ensures that you won’t face any unexpected charges upon delivery, and your order will clear customs smoothly and quickly.
You can enjoy a more streamlined shopping experience with this option; like Brexit never even happened.
If you are interested in this option, please let Jonathon know once he has contacted you directly with your updated Quote via email; and he can update the Quote accordingly to reflect this choice.
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