Series 3 Best replacement body panels?

where would you get your replacement body panels get from?
I need front door tops (preferably glazed) for both sides, and a complete left hand second row door
I know there are big differences in quality...

doddel said:

I know there are big differences in quality...

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If you accept that whatever quality you get it will still rust away to nothing and treat them as a wear item needing regular replacement it then doesn't really matter where they come from. I tend to get he cheapest I can find as mine live outside year round. I got through three sets of door tops on my 110 before fitting the aluminium military ones, and am nearing the end of life for the second set on my series.

Rocky Mountain Spares for the door tops. Aluminium not steel. Pricey, but if it’s a keeper then probably worth it.

Craddocks n. Paddocks both sell them with glass. Make sure you order the correct one. They don't come with the window or door locks. X1 as posted these are aftermarket products made in India, quality isn't as good as original, but acceptable. Also they come with base coat only so you'll need paint too. I'd recommend buying new hinges and screws etc. For the door tops you need a new seal too. Good luck it's a flaffy but easy job.

+1 on the "treat them as disposable". I spent ages rust proofing and sealing and still the window seals fell apart and water got in.

A previous thread on the subject lead me to have a look at SP-4x4.com. Seems to be good stuff, and I think the thread was overall positive about their quality.

You need to look closely at the door top frame profile on the cheapo ones.
The original shape is a faff to get right so most are made to a simpler and cheaper to produce profile. These are the ones that leak and are a constant battle to keep air tight.
I filled mine with paint and drained several times before glazing and fitting. They still rust