Installing a sunroof in your vehicle can increase its value and make the driving experience that much more pleasant. However, installing an aftermarket sunroof is an in depth and extensive job that requires specialized skills and tools, so it may not be a viable option for most hobby mechanics. Remember that cutting a hole in your roof may result in leaks that can cause damage to the interior of your vehicle. Installing an aftermarket sunroof will also void any warranty you may have on the vehicle.

Choose a type of sunroof to install. There are a number of different options in aftermarket sunroofs. You will need to decide on a type of sunroof in order to establish the dimensions you want and the budget you have to work with. Pop up sunroofs are often the least expensive, while fully automatic sunroofs usually cost the most.

• Pop up sunroofs cannot slide open. Instead, the back of the sunroof pops up with a hinge on the front.
• Some sunroofs can be slide backward by hand without having to purchase an expensive electronic sunroof.
• Electronic sunroofs use motors to open and close and can be purchased to slide open, pop open, or both.
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  Measure the flat part of the roof of your vehicle. The size of the sunroof you can purchase depends on the amount of completely flat space on the roof of your vehicle. Measure from left to right until the roof begins to curve down towards the windows, then measure from front to back in the same manner.^[1]

  • While it is possible to mount a sunroof that extends into the curved area of the roof, it would require custom bodywork to accomplish.
  • Write down the dimensions of the flat area of you roof to help you choose a sunroof kit that would fit.
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