Re: 22nd23rd series convertible rear windscreen

Posted by BDeB On 2009/11/6 3:22:19

I'm not sure about 23rd Series, but the 22nd Series originally used a hidden frame for the rear window which had the convertible top material wrapped around it, both inside and out. See Service counselor Vol. 22 No. 11 for pictures on page 44 under Water Leaks, Models 2259-79. This style rear window was installed in material that was a permanent part of the top assembly. I have only ever seen one car with this original type rear window still in place. Most cars were modified when the canvas tops were replaced by either a glass window in a zippered panel that could be folded in for better rear visibility or by a plastic window.
The parts book shows different numbers for the 23rd Series as well as a zipper assembly, so some changes were made. See parts Group numbers 31.0603, and 31.0625.