Hi, I'm looking at buying this (link below). But I want the rag-top to be black. Has anyone had experience with dying a rag top to a different colour? There's a few products out there, but would require a thumbs up from the community if any of these products do a good job. https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classi...pe=Petrol&advertising-location=at_cars&page=2
I dyed the Soft Top on my last E46 Convertible but it was only to refresh it , not to change the colour completely . I suppose it could be done but you would really need to check with the dye manufacturer . I used Renovo to dye and reseal the roof on mine . I would imagine that if you did manage to change the colour you would really need to make sure it was sealed very , very thoroughly in case the dye got washed out and the original colour showed through . I did a thread on this on the old Bmwland but am afraid it s lost , like many other threads when the old Land stopped. I m sure an email to the likes of Renovo might help clarify this for you .
I would look at replacing the roof if a black roof is important to you. The dyes are designed to refresh the existing colour, and I very much doubt you will achieve a good finish with a cover up. Have a look at http://www.carhood.com as they get favourable reviews on the boxster forums
Renovo products are very good - I use their cleaner, then dye, then waterproofer years ago and still looks good - mind you mine stays indoors!