Converting from Plastic to Glass Top?

[tuanle16]

"blacked out windows". does that mean tint? if so, any problems with it getting scratched up when folded down. my local tint guy said that might be an issue with aftermarket glass tops.

Originally Posted by 97 Boxster

I agree with BC on the quality. I purchased the glass window top last October and installed it myself. Pretty straight forward but I wont lie it was tough. My wife and I started early one Saturday morning and finished in the evening. Top has been through some rough Houston rain with NO issues to report. Finish/Fit are excellent. The window is considerably smaller, but I like the look and I blacked out my windows anyways so visibility was not a high priority for me.

Good luck with whatever you choose. A new top is a great choice whatever you choose (plastic or glass).

[986soski]

Is it possible to simply replace the old plastic window in a 2000-2002 986 with a glass kit? anyone tried it? Or something similar?

[schoir]

Originally Posted by 986soski

Is it possible to simply replace the old plastic window in a 2000-2002 986 with a glass kit? anyone tried it? Or something similar?

IMO this cannot be done as a glass window that is the size of the original plastic window cannot fit and fold safely in a three-bow (i.e., 1997-2002) convertible top frame. A window that is one section plastic and one section glass would probably not look too good.

Regards, Maurice.