Body Structure

The X100 is produced in two door coupe and convertible styles.

The convertible body style is a cut-down version of the coupe with tubular internal sill reinforcements and additional structure to suit.


Produced in coupe and convertible styles complete with doors, hood and trunk lid, the body comprises almost 200 components. For service requirements, each body shell is available less doors, front fenders, hood and trunk lid. The convertible body is a cut-down version of the coupe, incorporating tubular internal sill reinforcements and associated structures.

To fully satisfy requirements for a minimum of six years corrosion resistance, more than 70% by weight of steel panels are zinc coated on both sides and all panel joints below the roof line have zinc protection between them prior to welding together. Close tolerance apertures together with water tight joints and seals ensure low interior noise levels and general travel refinement. For additional torsional strength and anti-flutter properties at key points, metal to metal adhesives or interweld seals are applied to mating surfaces before welding.

Whilst during manufacture, body shell aperture gaps are set to dedicated panels, these components are available as service items.