Back Glass Replacement for Your 1967-1975 Lotus Elan +2
If you own a classic Lotus Elan +2 from the 1967 to 1975 era, you already know it is a completely different beast compared to modern vehicles. That iconic fiberglass body and sleek roofline mean replacing the back glass is not a standard job for the average shop down the street. At AlexWindshield, we actually understand the quirks of classic British engineering. When your rear window cracks or shatters, you need hands-on experience, not guesswork.
Mobile Auto Glass Service Across the GTA
You probably do not want to drive your classic Lotus with a busted rear window, risking interior damage or worse. That is exactly why we bring the shop right to your driveway. We cover the entire Greater Toronto Area (GTA), spending a good chunk of our week helping out car enthusiasts in Vaughan, Richmond Hill, and Markham. Your car stays safely parked in your garage while we do the heavy lifting.
Our Step-by-Step Replacement Process
Working with the fiberglass shell of an Elan +2 requires a light touch, patience, and the right materials. Here is exactly how we handle your back glass replacement to make sure it is done right the first time:
- Interior Protection: We start by covering your vintage upholstery and parcel shelf with heavy-duty drop cloths. Old glass shards have a nasty habit of hiding in tight spaces, and we make sure your interior stays spotless.
- Careful Removal: We carefully cut away the old seal. Because we are dealing with a classic fiberglass frame instead of modern steel, we take our time to avoid stressing or scratching the delicate bodywork.
- Surface Prep: We strip the window channel down to a completely clean surface. Any old, hardened adhesive or dirt gets removed so the new materials can actually bond properly.
- Primer Application: We apply an industry-grade bare metal and fiberglass primer directly to the frame. This stops future leaks dead in their tracks and gives the urethane a solid foundation to grip.
- Setting the Glass: Using high-quality, fast-curing automotive adhesive, we set the new back glass perfectly into place, ensuring the gaps and alignment are factory-correct.
Why Trust AlexWindshield?
Classic cars need classic care. I have spent years turning wrenches and setting glass, and I treat every vintage Lotus like it belongs in my own garage. At AlexWindshield, we back all our mobile auto glass work with a solid Lifetime Warranty against leaks and wind noise. If you are in the GTA and need your 1967-1975 Elan +2 back on the road, give us a call. Let's get that back glass sorted out properly so you can get back to driving.