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The BMW E21 was the first generation of the “3-series” BMW. This was a more compact executive car, produced by BMW from 1975-1983. It took the place of the company’s previous body style, the 2002, which many people felt was looking dated. The 3-series was also timely in that the gas crisis of the 1970s was in full swing, and the smaller cars offered much better gas mileage than their larger cousins.
This trim, two-door car was also produced in a cabrio by famed German luxury auto body manufacturer Baur. Baur began building BMW’s convertibles in the 1930s, and also built the cabrio bodies for Porsche, Audi, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz.
We carry replacement convertible tops for the 1977-1991 model years, BMW Baur convertible 3-series models, the 318i, 320i, and 323i. These tops are sold in two sections, which means that you can replace the individual sections separately. If you need to replace the entire top, you will need to purchase both the rear window assembly section and the front material section. Our tops fit both right-hand and left-hand drive models.
Our tops are made with the factory material, German Cloth. We also offer the tops in Stayfast Cloth and in Twillfast Cloth, as less expensive alternatives. These alternatives are just as durable and long-lasting as the original German Cloth, they simply have a slightly different texture.
Welcome to TopsOnline and our blog. We have designed this blog to provide our customers with up-to-date information about convertible tops, seat covers, carpet kits, and new old stock fabrics, as well as general interior and convertible top restoration information for you, our reader.
TopsOnline is a division of Vic’s Upholstery Supply, and we have been serving customers worldwide since 1987. We offer the following products, all made to factory OEM specifications and superior quality:
- Convertible Tops & Accessories, including Headliners, Top Pads, Top Seals & Rails, and Top Cables
- Complete Top Replacement Kits
- Seat Covers (hand crafted to your order, any colors and materials are available)
- Carpet Kits
- New Old Stock Fabrics (original fabric from the factory, maintained in environmentally-controlled conditions for perfect preservation)
We are here to answer your questions; you can submit a question through our blog or through email. We are available by phone as well; call us 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific time, 888-803-8505 (International customers call 1-818-786-2474).
Come back often as we will have weekly articles about various makes and models, as well as weekly customer questions and answers.
Enjoy your day, and enjoy shopping with TopsOnline!
