Patent ID: 7819461
Filing Date: 2010-10-26
Classification: B60J

Abstract:
1. A convertible top comprising: a plurality of panel assemblies being movably coupled to each other for movement between a closed position in which the panel assemblies are arranged end to end to cover a passenger compartment of a motor vehicle and an open position in which the panel assemblies are disposed in a storage space adjacent the passenger compartment, at least a rearmost panel assembly of the plurality of panel assemblies being a substantially rigid panel; each of the panel assemblies having an outer surface and a fabric trim cover separate from the other of the panel assemblies, each fabric trim cover covering a substantial portion of the outer surface of one of the panel assemblies, each of the panel assemblies and fabric trim covers having a perimeter and a central area, each fabric trim cover having an inner surface, the inner surface of the central area of each of the fabric trim covers being fixedly secured to the outer surface of one of the panel assemblies.