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#35063 Clarification of Convertible Model

From Jose de Miguel · IT7, ITA, ITB, ITC, ITR, ITS · Recommended to the Board

Clarification of Convertible Model

#35063 from Jose de Miguel · Recommended to the Board · Minutes (2024-10 Fastrack)

In GCR Section 9.1.3.9.F, change as follows:
"Convertible soft-tops and attaching hardware shall be completely removed. Note: Convertible model cars are permitted if they
were only available as convertibles (e.g. MG Midget), or if the convertible model is specifically allowed on the vehicle spec
lineprov provided they meet 9.3.18 and 9.4. requirements. Convertible models may compete with their respective OEM or
aftermarket hardtop that retains the OEM silhouette. Rear glass in such hardtops may be of automotive safety glass or
polycarbonate material. All latches shall be replaced with positive fasteners. Manual and electric sunroofs, original or
aftermarket, where the panel is not normally removable shall be retained and run in the closed position. Components (motors,
cables, rails) may be removed provided the panel is securely retained. Removable sunroof or T-top may be retained if bolted or

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welded in, or removed completely. Glass sunroofs must be removed. All sunroofs may be replaced with panel or replacement
skin of the same material as the original surrounding roof material. All glass panels in the roof must be removed. Movable or
removable metal or composite panels in the roof may be either removed or positively secured in the closed position. Any
openings in the roof resulting from the removal of a panel must be covered with panels of stock contour made of the same
material as the stock surrounding roof structure."