KG Works corner Window

[Madaboutmx5s]

Question for the OG on here. Do these KG Works part exist?

I have seen a couple of cars on Minkara with opening quarter window but photos I have seen are unclear if they were bespoke or manufacturered.

Only firm I can see in Japan who may have done them is KG Works (see link) but their website doesn't seem clear if they went into production or not.

http://www.kgworks.co.jp/4-c-999-english.html

Any ideas if these were made by KG Works or another company?

Thanks in advance.


http://www.kgworks.co.jp/image/4-c-999-04.jpg

[Pfunk]

Not sure I qualify as OG, but I read the site in Japanese and the latest is that they could not afford to make them in Japan and so in December of last year they had a shop in Germany make the 5th-generation prototype, which is undergoing testing now. In other words, it's not yet for sale, but it is still undergoing development, and with five generations, they've committed to bringing it to market if at all possible.

[Pfunk]

Oh, also for those interested, this is in development for NA and NB cars. I know I am interested, at least!

[Phatmiata]

They have been trying to make it for years, it's just been too expensive to produce. Last I recall it was north of $400 and I don't see average miata owners willing to spend that kinda money for a corner window.

[Madaboutmx5s]

Thanks guys for the replies and information. Nice part but unless they find a cheaper way to reproduce guess it's never going to happen. Imagine if it is gone to Germany for development that maybe linked with IL Motorsport as I know they have distributed KG Works products before.

[Andy]

I need these when they are finally released.

[revlimiter]

It's north of $1000, not 400. And I will buy when it's released for any dollar amount. I've wanted it for too long to let price get in the way.

[Phatmiata]

It's north of $1000, not 400. And I will buy when it's released for any dollar amount. I've wanted it for too long to let price get in the way.

I think if you have a complete car, and you have the extra money, it would be easier to justify the extra expense, however if your car is rather stock $1000 can get you a lot more for the money.

That being said, I would still be interested in the final product, but I would have to sell off some extra parts to try to bring my overall costs down on that item, at least that is how I would justify it in my head :teehee:

[bogaut]

someone say group buy? lol

[Pfunk]

Perhaps not surprisingly, I too would consider buying a set depending on the final quality; I am somewhat surprised at the choice of Germany rather than China, Vietnam, or Thailand for production. Certainly the Germans make quality kit but if Nikon and other companies can find competent production in SEA, KG could, and for much less, one would think. It could be, though, that given the projected cost, KG thinks a "made in China" tag could not be marketable.

[vote4pedro]

I have read stuff about these going back to 2006. I did not even know they were still attempting to produce them. I would def be in for a set or possibly two, if they do come to fruition.

[bogaut]

i saw ads for them in road&ster from like 20 years ago ahha

[Jimmy Vee]

I'd be interested in a set too, hopefully they can finally get this project off the ground.

[Imontalto]

I've wanted these since I got my Miata! These are the things I miss most from my truck.

[Phatmiata]

Perhaps not surprisingly, I too would consider buying a set depending on the final quality; I am somewhat surprised at the choice of Germany rather than China, Vietnam, or Thailand for production. Certainly the Germans make quality kit but if Nikon and other companies can find competent production in SEA, KG could, and for much less, one would think. It could be, though, that given the projected cost, KG thinks a "made in China" tag could not be marketable.

I am pretty sure he is avoiding the other asian countries due to their lack of following trademark agreements. I have seen plenty of companies design a product, then get it get that product made in China, buy a ton to sell in the USA from the Chinese manufacture, and then a few months later you see the same item on eBay at COST by sellers from China. :fp:

[Flyin 92]

I'd love a set as well. Can't say I'd spend a grand on them, but then again who knows.

[Demon I Am]

WOW, I haven't seen these in YEARS. Can't believe they are still being worked on.

[vote4pedro]

Cost will probably not be much of an issue since the quality will prob meet the same standards of his previous products.

[JamieH]

Who wouldn't want a set of those? Functioning vent windows that are pretty and look stock? Yes, please!

[Grip Driver]

Indeed, sign me up. I miss the vent windows from my MK1 GTI.

[KAL]

Two for sale (both sides) at YJP now.

[ezmfne]

Two for sale (both sides) at YJP now.
Link?

[KAL]

Sorry, wrong windows :/

[bogaut]

yea those ones are nopro or somethin

[ezmfne]

And I shall repeat "Link?"

[KAL]

http://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/188823208

[Phatmiata]

those are NoPro and one is cracked BTW :fp:

you can get those same style that NoPro sells from Project-G

http://www.projectgla.com/gvents.html

[Phatmiata]

ill just leave this right here……………… :whistle:


http://i.imgur.com/m4Wqc23.jpg

[tsingson]

What's the price point?

[RustRat]

Are they into production?

[Phatmiata]

What's the price point?

No idea yet



Are they into production?

First model, not in production yet.

[mx54life]

Oh no another expense lol. I saw this the other day on Yahoo.jp as I was searching for headlights (I think I got lucky, I scored a Beloff). It was buried in the deep pages. I will try to see if I can find it.

[Bruce]

Expensive or not, this is a must have for me.

[Imontalto]

Shouldn't it open the other way, or at least rotate more? It doesn't look like it would effectively blow air into my crotch at that angle...

[Phatmiata]

In case you missed it. The first production set is on it's way to the USA.

If you have to ask "how much does it cost" then you don't want them. :shocked:

You can ask for a quote from Bill at MiataRoadster.com as he has the set below on the way.

http://i.imgur.com/r1cUskN.jpg

[RustRat]

That looks... heavy?

[Madaboutmx5s]

Very nice.

[Phatmiata]

That looks... heavy?

This is more about the retro style, I doubt weight was much of a concern in their design.

Hopefully Bill will get us some installed photos soon.

[Corifto]

Looks soo good

[Demon I Am]

Oh, hell! Lemme guess, NA only...

[Bruce]

I can't find a reference to these finally being in production anywhere?

Can someone please point me in the right direction. I want a set.

[RustRat]

There you go.

http://www.miataroadster.com/barchetta/barchetta-pivoting-wing-windows/g-79054.aspx

I see people on facebook claiming it's too expensive. I don't think it's that expensive. I would only install one on the driver's side, and I think for something like this, it's a fair price. Sure it's kinda overpriced, but most JDM swag is anyways.

[Bruce]

There you go.

http://www.miataroadster.com/barchetta/barchetta-pivoting-wing-windows/g-79054.aspx

I see people on facebook claiming it's too expensive. I don't think it's that expensive. I would only install one on the driver's side, and I think for something like this, it's a fair price. Sure it's kinda overpriced, but most JDM swag is anyways.


These are Barchetta windows--not the KG Works ones. These have been out for awhile. I was told that they cannot be opened above certain speeds or they will self-destruct.

I have been waiting for the KG Works version. THAT'S the one I want.

[RustRat]

Oh, that's the ones I saw posted, I thought it was it. Sorry then, no clue.

[Rogue]

Damn, never thought they would actually make production…..This is awesome!

[Bruce]

Just heard back from Bill at MiataRoadster. The only quarter windows he's got are the Barchetta windows. These are not the long-promised KG Works windows.

[Jimmy Vee]

hmm... buy the Barchettas before they close up shop in December or keep waiting for KG works to bring out theirs? Tough decision, the KG do look like they will be a better quality product, but who knows how long until they hit the market.

[CLZinn2]

I think if you have a complete car, and you have the extra money, it would be easier to justify the extra expense, however if your car is rather stock $1000 can get you a lot more for the money.

That being said, I would still be interested in the final product, but I would have to sell off some extra parts to try to bring my overall costs down on that item, at least that is how I would justify it in my head :teehee:

When I 1st saw it I wanted them right away!!! They swival the correct way like the cars did pre 1968 and are made of glass. The other ones I've seen are plastic and swival the wrong way. I'd LOVE to have a pair in my car!!!