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jr1966 · 03-21-2006, 05:30 PM

I am considering the purchase of a '97 Boxster. The main problem is the vehicle's power top mechanism failed on the first owner and they had the whole power top mechanism removed and converted to manual. Plus the stitching between the plastic rear windshield and the canvass has separated therefore will need a new top. If I do purchase the vehicle, I intend to replace the whole top to a new one. However, I am undecided if I should restore the power top mechanism or just leave it manual. There are people that suggest to leave it manual so as to lessen any future problem with the power top mechanism. Any suggestions from the members of this forum? Thanks for any advice.

03-21-2006, 05:30 PM	#1
jr1966 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Guam Posts: 16	soft top problems I am considering the purchase of a '97 Boxster. The main problem is the vehicle's power top mechanism failed on the first owner and they had the whole power top mechanism removed and converted to manual. Plus the stitching between the plastic rear windshield and the canvass has separated therefore will need a new top. If I do purchase the vehicle, I intend to replace the whole top to a new one. However, I am undecided if I should restore the power top mechanism or just leave it manual. There are people that suggest to leave it manual so as to lessen any future problem with the power top mechanism. Any suggestions from the members of this forum? Thanks for any advice.