Replacing the Sunroof on a 1989-1996 Aston Martin Virage
Working on a classic Aston Martin Virage isn't your everyday glass job. These hand-built British V8s demand serious respect. When that factory sunroof cracks, starts leaking, or gets shattered by a bound-up track, you can't just slap a universal piece of glass in there and call it a day. The tolerances on these 1989-1996 models can be notoriously quirky. At AlexWindshield, we know exactly what it takes to service these rare grand tourers properly.
How We Handle the Replacement Process
I've pulled enough glass to know that classic car sunroofs require patience and a steady hand. You can't rush this work. Here is exactly how we get the job done right:
- Interior Protection: The Connolly leather and wood veneers inside a Virage are expensive and hard to replace. Before we touch a single tool, we drape heavy-duty protective covers over your seats, center console, and carpets to catch any stray glass or debris.
- Careful Removal: We carefully disconnect the headliner trim and mechanical linkages. Then, we cut out the damaged glass. We take our time here to preserve the original weatherstripping, cables, and track mechanisms, as sourcing replacement hardware for a 90s Aston is tough.
- Surface Cleaning: Old factory urethane gets hard as a rock after thirty years. We scrape the channel down, removing decades of dirt, old glue, and moisture buildup so the new seal actually holds.
- Primer Application: Bare metal means rust if you aren't careful. We lay down a high-grade automotive glass primer to protect the frame and give the new glue something strong to bite into.
- Adhesive and Installation: We run a thick, consistent bead of premium urethane adhesive, set the new sunroof panel perfectly flush with the roofline, and lock it down. We always let you know exactly how long the car needs to sit before the glue fully cures.
Mobile Auto Glass Service Across the GTA
You probably don't want to drive your classic Virage across town with a busted roof, exposing the interior to the weather. That's why we bring the shop directly to you. Whether you have the car parked in a climate-controlled garage in Vaughan, sitting in a driveway in Richmond Hill, or stored at a specialty shop out in Markham, our mobile service covers the entire Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
We don't cut corners on classic cars. When you book AlexWindshield for your mobile auto glass needs, you get a technician who treats your Aston Martin like his own. Every piece of glass we install comes backed by our Lifetime Warranty against leaks and wind noise. Give us a call, and let's get your Virage sealed up and back on the road.
