I made a big mistake yesterday and left my t top panels (1973 coupe) on the garage floor (I was adjusting the center pins). When pulling my other vehicle into the garage one of the tires rode up on the corner of one of the panels. The Crack is 2" and the front corner latch is probably destroyed. Yes, I'm furious at myself. Question:
am I better off buying a new (used )t top panel and having both tops painted to match or Am I better off trying to find a body shop that does fiberglass work - have the top repaired - replace the front latch - have both tops repainted to match.
Also, if I decide on buying a new panel, will any panel from 69 to 77 fit? My car is a 73. Will my headliners fit in the 69-77 top panels? Sorry for long post. Any advise greatly appreciated!

 

If it was me, I would replace it. I know a guy on the west coast who would most likely have one. Let me know and I'll get you in touch with him.

 

Thank you 74 Harley. I examined the panel closer this evening. I chipped away a little bit of paint from the "crack" . I think there is a chance the crack may be in the paint and primer and not in the fiberglass. I'm going to take it to a body shop first (before buying a replacement panel). I'll keep your offer in mind. Thank you for your reply.

 

Good luck! Hopefully it is just minor damage.

 

Welcome to the forum. If you decide that you need to replace it, you can check with Contemporary Corvette as they are used Corvette salvage yard