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mikefocke · 03-01-2008, 11:01 AM

1. uses the entire frame and top from a 2003-2004 wreck.
2. The other re-uses the existing frame from a 1997-2002 Boxster and uses a special glass windowed top made especially for the older Boxster frame. No mods to the lifting mechanism necessary.

Ask the local P-car dealer where he sends cars for window replacement. Or ask at boat dealers or upholstery shops that do boats. Make sure they have done a Boxster before and talk with the tech to see how he is going to do it.

Once you have the window in, maintain it with a plastic polish that restores the oils in the plastic that keep it supple. (I use Novus 1, 2 and 3)

03-01-2008, 11:01 AM	#10
mikefocke Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Sanford NC Posts: 2,537	There are 2 types of glass window top swaps. 1. uses the entire frame and top from a 2003-2004 wreck. 2. The other re-uses the existing frame from a 1997-2002 Boxster and uses a special glass windowed top made especially for the older Boxster frame. No mods to the lifting mechanism necessary. Ask the local P-car dealer where he sends cars for window replacement. Or ask at boat dealers or upholstery shops that do boats. Make sure they have done a Boxster before and talk with the tech to see how he is going to do it. Once you have the window in, maintain it with a plastic polish that restores the oils in the plastic that keep it supple. (I use Novus 1, 2 and 3)