Top Rattle?

[Tall Cotton]

Just recently got a used 2005 Boxster S with 48K. I've noticed a rattle over rough/uneven pavement when the top is up but it goes away when the top is down. Therefore I assume it is the top. Is this to be expected/common? The last convertible was Mom's '69 Chevelle - in '69! So I really don't have a reference to go by as far as convertibles and noisy tops go. Thanks.

Sam

[FantasyJim]

Same issue with my '03 S...Something in the top rattles (a lot) at speeds over 70mph...on the passenger side.

[Geof3]

Sounds a little silly, but check your rollbar screens. They can rattle, almost like a buzz. Mine do it when the top is up, but not down. I used a little thin foam tape on mine to tighten them up.