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[986prospect]

I just bought a 98 Boxster and was wondering if I can replace the plastic window without changing the whole top?

[larez2]

Yes. If the condition of the rest of your top is good, then why not replace just the window.

Option 1: take it to an upholstery shop - they will remove the entire softtop, cut out the old window and sew in a new window - the new window will be slightly larger than the old/original one. Cost $400-$500.

Option 2: do it yourself with one of these kits:
http://www.emiata.com/BoxsterWindow.htm
Cost $89+shipping, + elbow grease.

I haven't done either, but will probably go with option 2 when it comes time to replace mine.

Good Luck,
Larez2

[djomlas]

the 2nd option also comes tinted for $15, would look nice on a black top

i am interested to see if anyone has done the 2nd option on a boxster yet and if with any success

[986prospect]

Thanks fellas!

[porsche986spyder]

Originally Posted by djomlas

the 2nd option also comes tinted for $15, would look nice on a black top

i am interested to see if anyone has done the 2nd option on a boxster yet and if with any success

Is it possible to put a GLASS window in place of the older plastic ones? I asked the dealership this question a long time ago and they said no. I would have to replace the entire top if I wanted glass.

[CJ_Boxster]

No not possible.

[Cloudsurfer]

This is interesting. Exactly how is the plastic replaced?

I've been planning on doing the glass conversion as soon as mine needs help

Patrick

[porsche986spyder]

Originally Posted by bmwm750

This is interesting. Exactly how is the plastic replaced?

I've been planning on doing the glass conversion as soon as mine needs help

Patrick

Can't be done without replacing the entire top!