I agree 8 months was a ridiculously long time. But I largely forgot about it. The crack was well behind the drivers seat so you didn’t really see or notice it much day to day. It was replaced under insurance eventually so all good. And it is as good as new now. No leaks, everything operates as it should. I am hoping it was just one of those unfortunate bad luck things that can happen. Fingers crossed it never happens again!

 

Ronan Defender,
Do please tell us about this "aftermarket panel made of carbon fiber" that you have found. If this is a much better way to go, give more details please. unless your comment is just a comment and not based in reality.

Curb-Optional,
How and why would a dealership replace the grass roof top with a metal one? They are completely different roof structures. Again are your comments based in reality?

 

Seriously read slowly you might do better.."would be a much better way to go".