Weather equipment for classic British convertibles, covering soft-top hoods, hood frames, hood bags, tonneau covers, hardtops, hood linings and the associated weather seals and hardware. The British classic sports car is, more than any other type of vehicle from this period, defined by its convertible bodywork, and weather equipment is therefore one of the most important areas of the parts inventory for owners of roadsters and tourers.
Soft-Top Hoods
Replacement soft-top hoods are stocked in original-pattern double-duck cloth, mohair and vinyl specifications across the major British classic applications. Hood colour and material specification varied across production runs and markets, black, navy, tan and biscuit being the most common factory colours, and replacement hoods are supplied to match original specification. The fitting of a replacement hood is a skilled task and is typically carried out by an upholsterer rather than as a DIY project, though the more experienced owner with the right tools can complete the work to a high standard.
Hood Frames and Hardware
Hood frames are typically tubular steel assemblies that fold and unfold the hood material, with the frame mounted to the body via pivot points and locking down at the windscreen header rail. Replacement hood frames, hood frame components and hood-frame mounting hardware are stocked for the major applications. Hood linings, the inner trim of the hood that hides the frame from the cabin, are stocked separately for cars where the original lining has perished.
Hood Bags and Tonneau Covers
Hood bags, the fabric sleeves that cover and protect the folded hood when the car is being driven open, are stocked in matching materials. Tonneau covers, which cover the entire cockpit when the car is parked or when only the driver is on board, are similarly stocked in matching materials with the appropriate fasteners. Half-tonneau covers, covering only the passenger side, are available for some applications.
Hardtops
Removable hardtops were a factory option on many British roadsters and remain a sought-after specification for owners who use their cars year-round. Replacement hardtop seals, hardtop catches, hardtop mounting brackets and headlining components are stocked for the major applications. Complete hardtops in original specification are occasionally available subject to stock; the parts team can advise on current availability. The MGOC Spares British Classic Car Parts Weather Equipment range encompasses soft-top hoods, hood frames, hood bags, tonneau covers, hardtops, hood linings, hardtop seals and weather equipment hardware for the British classics we serve.
MGOC Spares is constantly expanding our range for these non-MG British classic marques, and new lines are being added to this section regularly. If a part you need is not yet listed online, please contact our team at sales@mgocspares.co.uk or 01954 230928, we may be able to source it, and your enquiry helps us prioritise future stock.