DCSB inexpensive topper options

I need a cheap hardtop for a hunting trip coming up. I haven’t ever needed a hard top until now, and won’t use it until I have to drive on another hunt in a couple years. I sold the one that came on the truck because it sat in my garage for 3 years, only fitting that I finally need it and don’t have it.

Outside of used, what other options are available currently?

I guess I don’t have enough posts to create a WTB ad yet, so hopefully this discussion will help get me over that threshold.

I just need a basic top that locks and has ability to put a rack on top if needed. I’m not opposed to new if it’s inexpensive. $2,000 is way more than I want to have into a basic top.

I saw old posts about a budget Leer that comes lower priced for a new unit, however I can’t find any concrete prices online. What are those going for in today’s market? Any other manufacturers offer budget tops that are comparable?

Thanks!

 

ARE has a budget / classic model that starts at $1.2k , I think that is the best you are going to do new.
https://www.4are.com/product/cal/

You might have some luck with classifieds on the forum or on CL, but they go quick

 

Quite pricey for aluminum. I dang near gave my topper away! I regret that!

I keep scouring CL too. Hopefully something pops up

 

Where are you located, @Rayne Storm ?

What year is your truck, what color and what is the cab/bed configuration?

My dad just sold his long bed silver ARE fiberglass one in mint condition for $1200 in Ohio.

 

Madison, WI.

2006 DCSB in Speedway Blue.