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KevinH1990 · 07-26-2013, 05:59 PM

Before you sell the car to a recycler, consider that you have some desirable parts. For example, the OEM top and frame with a glass window and de-ambered headlights and tail lights. You might be able to find an enthusiast in your area with a 2002 or earlier car who would be willing to swap some parts and pay you a nice chunk of cash for the privilege. The top and frame alone might net you from $1000 to $1500 depending on the condition.

I think parting the whole car out on your own would be very time consuming, but the top and light change could be done in 3 hours by someone who knows what they are doing.

07-26-2013, 05:59 PM	#17
KevinH1990 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,731	Before you sell the car to a recycler, consider that you have some desirable parts. For example, the OEM top and frame with a glass window and de-ambered headlights and tail lights. You might be able to find an enthusiast in your area with a 2002 or earlier car who would be willing to swap some parts and pay you a nice chunk of cash for the privilege. The top and frame alone might net you from $1000 to $1500 depending on the condition. I think parting the whole car out on your own would be very time consuming, but the top and light change could be done in 3 hours by someone who knows what they are doing. __________________ 2000 Arctic Silver/Black, Hard Top, On Board Computer PNP Rear Speakers, HAES 6-Channel Amp, Avic Z140BH, Painted Bumperettes, 2004 (OEM) Top, Homelink integrated in dash with Targa switch, 997 Shifter, Carrera Gauge Cluster with silver gauge faces, heated 997 adaptive sports seats, Litronics, silver console