how long does a rag top last in southern california?

[ppeachy]

I have a 2002 black rag top Solara and i have to have work done on the convertible frame. I was considering whether or not it is worth replacing the rag top while they are working on it. Have any of you had any experience with this?

thanks
PPEACHY

[jlbsam]

very coincidental that you should post this: my 17 lb cat jumped on the top the wife's 2002 solara and a good size tear happening. looks like about $600+ will replace the top

[jlbsam]

plus, about $350 in labor cost, so about $1000 total

[bbolander]

we bought our 2006 solara conv new, now 6 years later it's time to replace the top. starting some very small wear through points at the rear bows. wife has had it up and down a million times, almost every day when the weather is nice.

[bbolander]

we just had a new top put on by a local upholstery shop. looks and fits great.