Bestop

Seven Decades of Open-Air Innovation

Few brands in the off-road world carry the kind of legacy that Bestop has earned over the past 70 years. Founded in 1954 by Tom Bradley in a small upholstery shop in Boulder, Colorado, Bestop grew from a seven-person operation working out of a converted schoolhouse into one of the most recognized names in Jeep accessories worldwide. What started with hand-sewn canvas roofs for Jeep CJs eventually evolved into a full-scale manufacturing enterprise trusted by both everyday drivers and the automakers themselves.

Bestop occupies a rare position in the automotive industry: it functions as both a major aftermarket brand and a genuine OEM supplier. Since 1986, Bestop has served as the factory-original supplier of soft tops to Jeep, manufacturing both OEM and aftermarket products in the industry's only fully automotive OEM-certified facility in North America. That relationship extends well beyond Jeep — Ford, GM, Land Rover, Suzuki, Isuzu, and others have all featured Bestop products either as unlabeled OEM components or branded accessories.

The Soft Top Standard-Bearer

Bestop's reputation is built most firmly on its soft tops. The 1987 introduction of the Supertop set a new benchmark for replacement soft tops on Wrangler and CJ models, and the brand has never stopped pushing the envelope. The Trektop Pro Hybrid was the first soft top to combine the flexibility of a fabric top with the convenience of a hard top rear glass hatch. The Sunrider for Hardtop replaced the factory "Freedom Panels" on Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator hardtops with an all-season, flip-back panel — a first-of-its-kind product that redefined what a soft top could be. Most recently, the eTop introduced one-touch electric operation, making it the only powered aftermarket soft top of its kind. Soft tops from Bestop are built with premium triple-layer Black Twill fabric and feature the brand's proprietary Belt-Rail™ attachment system for a secure, weather-tight fit in even the most demanding conditions.

Beyond the Top: A Complete Jeep Ecosystem

While soft tops remain the heart of the brand, Bestop has expanded into a broad range of accessories that complement the open-air Jeep experience. Seat covers from Bestop are custom-designed for factory seat dimensions, crafted from premium vinyl with soft cotton backing and available in factory-matched colors — providing protection without sacrificing the stock aesthetic. For owners looking to ensure a proper seal and clean installation on their tops, Bestop's windshield channels are a key hardware component, providing the mounting interface between the soft top and the windshield frame for a snug, rattle-free fit.

The lineup also includes Core Doors — lightweight aluminum doors with removable center panels — along with bumpers, truck tonneau covers, storage solutions, hardtop hoist systems, floor liners, and more. Whether you're building a trail-ready Wrangler JL, a daily-driven Gladiator, or outfitting a Ford Bronco for weekend adventures, Bestop's catalog covers the full spectrum of open-air vehicle customization.

OEM Engineering, Aftermarket Freedom

What sets Bestop apart is the engineering discipline behind every product. Its team actively participates in real-world off-road adventures to refine designs before they reach customers, and its Sterling Heights, Michigan design center fosters close collaboration with major automakers. The result is an aftermarket brand that delivers OEM-grade precision and durability — giving enthusiasts the confidence that what goes on their vehicle was built to the same standard as what came off the factory line.