Window Regulator Where to buy?

[JAAY]

I need a new window regulator on my passenger side. Are both the drivers and passenger the same part number? Also where is the best to purchase one from. I have seem them on ebay for under a 100 and then pelican over 200. Any thoughts or experiences?

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[Brian0icu812]

They are different the pass part # is 996.542.076

if you are considering used, i have one out of my parts car for $45 plus shipping

if your looking new then pelican or 1aauto has em for 140

here's a good write up Boxster Projects | Power Window Motor Repair

[psquared39]

Take it or leave it.... I bought a $100 ebay unit and it lasted 3 months, then I installed an oem, it still sounds and functions like the day I installed, it two years later... just sayin... do you want to spend $240 or $340 like I did?

[JAAY]

Thanks for the offers and advice. I ordered a 103.00 one from a parts distributor that I trust. We will see how long it lasts. I order mostly order oem parts but for a window I'll take my chances.

[tonycarreon]

what made you decide you needed a new regulator? most of the posts i see are that the window will not return to closed when the door is closed or the top is latched. is that what yours was doing?

[tnoice]

Just had to buy a new regulator today. Got it from Pelican Parts and it was around $270 (with free shipping) but did find out afterwards that sunset porsche has it for $230 (not including shipping). Mine was for the drivers side.

[tonycarreon]

tnoice: what was happening that required a new regulator?

[JAAY]

Mine was not dropping appropriately and was making some crunching noises. I put my new one in yesterday. Pain in the ass to line up a non Porsche brand regulator. It works fine now.

[spokegg]

Just fitted new drivers regulator over in UK, fiddly but works better than old one (squeaky). changed it as the cable snapped on old one. Cost me £103 for OEM ($170).
Took me most of the day though and paranoid the airbag was gonna blow…..