Comparing 2 glass tops for 2000 Boxster - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Jacques79 · 12-21-2007, 08:21 AM

My 2000 Boxster S rear plastic window cracked and I am hesitating between these 2 tops:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsche-Boxster-1997-2002-Convertible-Top-Glass-NEW_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33652QQihZ024QQitem Z370007438384QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

and

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsche-Boxster-1997-2002-Convertible-Top-Glass-Black_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em118QQcate goryZ33652QQihZ011QQitemZ320188657903QQrdZ1QQsspag enameZWD1V

Which one do you guys recommend?

How long does it take to install?

Many thanks!

Peter Serbanica · 12-21-2007, 08:36 AM

I prefer GAHH tops, they sponser this sight. However, topsonline sells a many tops. I install these tops in New Jersey. I charge $410.00. It should take 4-5 hours.

Chills · 12-21-2007, 09:39 AM

GAHH tops FTW.

I put one on my '02S this year to replace my other top which had a cracked window. Couldn't be happier.

Jacques79 · 12-21-2007, 07:24 PM

Bah I finally had a new plastic window installed for 450$ tax incl.

I don't plan on keeping my car after the CPO warranty runs out in 2009 anyways

thanks for your help though

grossmann66 · 12-22-2007, 04:50 AM

Peter,
I read in other post that there had been (are?) durability issues with the glass detaching from the surrounding material in the last years . As you have probably the best overview from all of us, do you know if these issues have been solved?
Which supplier is the best regarding quality from your point of view!
Thanks

Chris

Peter Serbanica · 12-22-2007, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grossmann66

Peter,
I read in other post that there had been (are?) durability issues with the glass detaching from the surrounding material in the last years . As you have probably the best overview from all of us, do you know if these issues have been solved?
Which supplier is the best regarding quality from your point of view!
Thanks

Chris

GAHH was the first to offer top with glass window. They did have delamination problems..... they offer top with reinforcement pocket. Robbins only recently offers top with glass window. Still new to market to see if there are any issues. I don't know what their warranty policy is regarding labor to replace defective top. They will not sell direct. topsonline is probably your best source. I prefer GAHH because they are easy to talk to with quick responce.

grossmann66 · 12-23-2007, 10:12 AM

Thank you for your quick help!