Getting a 2002 Boxster - advice needed!

[Ghostrider 310]

Welcome Rondo, the windows are designed to lower when you actuate the door handle because when they are up they tuck under the top side lip. After the door is closed they should raise automatically and slide back under the top. It's probably a switch in the door. My 98 had a rattle, opening a door panel isn't too bad depending on your abilities, it's certainly tougher than an oil change. Lastly, the best thing to restore the plastic window IMO, is Plexus.

[Jager]

As Ghost indicated the window issue is most likely the locking/latch mechanism that keeps your door closed, there is a micro switch that fails in these mechanisms. I just replaced mine about a month ago; I had the same problem with my 2001. Takes about an hour to replace but you will need to have triple square bit (look at the latch on your door) and you need to remove the door panel to access it. If you don’t have any experience with working door mechanisms I recommend you take it to a professional.

[husker boxster]

Disconnect the negative battery connection before removing the door card and wait a few minutes. If you don't, the airbag will deploy when unplugged.

[rondocap]

Thank you guys - that is what I figured. They seem like easily fixable issues.



Any other suggestions or tips for a new Boxster owner?

[yogafire]

Jager, what's the part number? Any recommendations on where to get it?

[Jager]

Originally Posted by yogafire

Jager, what's the part number? Any recommendations on where to get it?

Here is a link to Pelican Parts showing the lock:
Porsche Boxster 97-04 - Panels & Doors - Page 1

It looks like this:




You can see some of the part number on the box.

[teleski]

The other really good product for the plastic window is Novus. In addition to the cleaner they have two polishing compounds. You can buy the set of three together.