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RandallNeighbour · 08-09-2006, 06:01 PM

Drew, it sounds like a top transmission cable or one of the transmission thingies on each side has gone out. Be thankful one didn't start working while the other didn't. That bends the top cover and screws up the whole thing badly (read $$$)

I own a 97 as well, so I feel your pain and frustration. If I were you, I'd drive it to a good Porsche mechanic who has worked with Boxster tops before and he'll find the problem quickly.

08-09-2006, 06:01 PM	#8
RandallNeighbour Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 7,243	Drew, it sounds like a top transmission cable or one of the transmission thingies on each side has gone out. Be thankful one didn't start working while the other didn't. That bends the top cover and screws up the whole thing badly (read $$$) I own a 97 as well, so I feel your pain and frustration. If I were you, I'd drive it to a good Porsche mechanic who has worked with Boxster tops before and he'll find the problem quickly.