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How to renew the soft top of a vintage Fiat 500

Model: Fiat 500 Epoca - Years: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
Part: Convertible top

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In this video we can see how to revive and renew the hood of a vintage Fiat 500 that does not have any particular damage, but is just dirty and discolored. We start by brushing it with a soft brush to remove excess dust, always brushing in a horizontal and vertical direction, never circular.

Then, with a specific product for plastic and faux leather, we spray generously and then pass - always avoiding circular motion - with a hard bristle brush. Let it sit for a few minutes and then wipe with a microfiber cloth to remove dirt; repeat several times, until the cloth remains clean.

After the hood is thoroughly dry, it will be time to apply a product to revive its color like Renovo, which can be found on comptoirducabriolet.com/it for 26.55 euros + 2.90 euros for shipping. We will also need a soft bristle brush and a container to spread it. Start from the center of the hood and work outward, remembering that the product should be applied indoors or in the shade, and if necessary, with attention and patience: if we have done a good job, a second coat may not even be necessary.


Posted on 30 March 2025 by ScegliAuto


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