Cadillac Repair: 2002 Cadillac Deville, canvas roof, cadillac deville

Question
My 2002 Cadillac Deville rear/back window was broken out, someone threw a brick through it. I have a canvas roof, which appears to be a problem with replacing the window. My car is old and not in the best shape, but it runs well. I want to know what I can do to keep cost down in replacing the window. Can I remove the canvas top or pull it back and then have the window installed by professional window people and then glue the canvas top back on? I am unemployed and looking for the best economical fix.

Answer
Hello,

I can sympathize with your financial condition, however these mock convertble tops cause a real problem in these situations.


I have over the years been stuck with replacing glass like this and even for a seasoned professional, some times I waa forced into sending these to an upholstry shop to get the material removed and replaced.

Very easy to screw up! Some have a fiberglass backing which can break. Some are uryethened on and in that case, you are not getting it off! Some have hidden screws.

I wish I could give you a cheap easy fix, but I can't.

Sorry