Hey guys appreciate your time

Was wondering what order of sequence yall would do for repairs.
I need to replace my soft top, but I also need decent paint and body work.
Would it be best to leave the top till after its painted? or should I just cover the top?
Would a new top install run risk of ruining/scratching the paint?

Not sure. Im leaning body/paint, just looking for insight.

Thanks!

 

What have you been doing to this car the past 7 years? Any photos to give us hints of it's condition or if it's even worth fixing?. Location? Thinking DIY or do you have a budget? New roof may just be lipstick on a pig or a cherry on top.

-- Chuck