Is canvas top significantly quieter than vinyl?

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I know this question has probably already been asked, but I wanted to be a bit more specific to my situation. I recently bought a 2010 miata and the top needs to be replaced. The thing is, I didnt realize how much more expensive it was for 2006-2015 then earlier models. Like $1300 expensive.

I know everyone reccomends robins tops, and I do want it to last so I think I will go with that either way. The question is: vinyl or canvas...Canvas is about $300 more expensive, 1300 with tax, and vinyl is about $950(im already broke from bying the car bro). I would probably go with vinyl if not fot one thing: I want the inside to be as quiet as possible. Im aware its a soft top either way and its gonna be loud(so dont tell me i shouldnt have bought the car, I love her) I want to know if the noise difference is significant enough to justify the price. I like the look of the canvas better as well, which is a plus. I will say I'll be keping it outdoors so I know vinyl would be preferrable for cleaning. Also I live in florida so cold isnt an issue.

I wouls really appreciate any advice if anyone has experience with both.

Also I saw the price for the robin tops is cheaper(like $150) cheaper on moss rather than robin website. Can I trust that? lol. I know people have said they bought from them and it was fine but it just seems too good to be true. Thanks y'all!

Posted Apr 10, 2026, 1:00 AM UTC

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