Gahh top

[spawn]

Anybody have expericence on the Gahh top? I do have a 2002 and I want to change the top for the glass back. Thanks.

[d18mike]

Just got one put on Wednesday. My 2002 plastic window was shot. To say that I am happy with it is an understatement.

* Black fades, even subtly over time,. Nice to get a deep/dark black on top again.
* Glass window: Smaller but boy what an improvement from the cloudy, cracking plastic. You will notice the -25% reduction in size but for me it is offset by the clarity.
* My wife (who isn't a car fan at all) thinks it gives the car a far better profile than the original. The smaller window makes it look just a little bit more "aggressive' -- certainly not overly so, but just a little more sporty. I have an Arctic Silver car and it looks exactly like the GAHH ad to the left.
* Fit is drum tight
* The shop where I got it done here in MI (which has been in business since the 1930s) was genuinely impressed with the quality of the top and fabric. They made a point of telling me so which made me feel good about the choice.

Be great to get others to chime in. I am still in the honeymoon period and as I was told to not put the top down (to stretch the canvas) for 10 days or so, my experience is limited to pure aesthetics. My car is otherwise pure OEM -- so it was a big decision for me to go for the non-OEM top. But I'm delighted I did. And I'll pocket the $2500-plus savings.

I too would like to hear from others who have had the top for several years. How does it age?

[mptoledo]

If you don't mind what did it cost you and how much to put it on? I am pretty familiar with MI(from living in toledo) what city did you have it installed in? Sorry for the questions, but that is my big spring project for my 2001 Box. It looks great with the top down, but as you know, kind of embarrassed to drive it with the top up.

Originally Posted by d18mike

Just got one put on Wednesday. My 2002 plastic window was shot. To say that I am happy with it is an understatement.

* Black fades, even subtly over time,. Nice to get a deep/dark black on top again.
* Glass window: Smaller but boy what an improvement from the cloudy, cracking plastic. You will notice the -25% reduction in size but for me it is offset by the clarity.
* My wife (who isn't a car fan at all) thinks it gives the car a far better profile than the original. The smaller window makes it look just a little bit more "aggressive' -- certainly not overly so, but just a little more sporty. I have an Arctic Silver car and it looks exactly like the GAHH ad to the left.
* Fit is drum tight
* The shop where I got it done here in MI (which has been in business since the 1930s) was genuinely impressed with the quality of the top and fabric. They made a point of telling me so which made me feel good about the choice.

Be great to get others to chime in. I am still in the honeymoon period and as I was told to not put the top down (to stretch the canvas) for 10 days or so, my experience is limited to pure aesthetics. My car is otherwise pure OEM -- so it was a big decision for me to go for the non-OEM top. But I'm delighted I did. And I'll pocket the $2500-plus savings.

I too would like to hear from others who have had the top for several years. How does it age?

[d18mike]

I had it done here in mid-Michigan. Cost was just over $2,200 K for the top and work. Honestly not worth the ride up here to get it done. I think my price was fair but not great. For pros it's a pretty easy fit. If you are Toledo you might want to check in the DET area. Lot of great shops there and the price is likely better. It does take a full day, however, to fit.

I bought my car in Toldeo, by the way!

[mptoledo]

I was from toledo but moved to central ohio. I was thinking about doing it myself. I need to do some more research first. Thanks for the reply!!

Originally Posted by d18mike

I had it done here in mid-Michigan. Cost was just over $2,200 K for the top and work. Honestly not worth the ride up here to get it done. I think my price was fair but not great. For pros it's a pretty easy fit. If you are Toledo you might want to check in the DET area. Lot of great shops there and the price is likely better. It does take a full day, however, to fit.

I bought my car in Toldeo, by the way!

[schoir]

Originally Posted by mptoledo

I was from toledo but moved to central ohio. I was thinking about doing it myself. I need to do some more research first. Thanks for the reply!!

mp:

If you are considering it yourself, check out the comprehensive DIY instructions on Mike Focke's Boxster Pages.

Regards, Maurice.

[spawn]

Thanks for all the reply. How much is the cost for install?

[urban_legend]

I had EV's in Toledo (right across from Mancy's) sew in a new window for me.
While I had my car in he did another Boxster and a couple of Mercedes. He has been around for 40 years - also a good spot if you need some leather work done.

BTW - I had tried several other places who didn't have a clue, or didn't have the right machines or didn't want to be bothered (to complex).

[E Kaplan]

I have my GAHH top with glass rear window for about one year now. Looks like new. No problems. For the first few months, I had to use my hand to pull the top down to lock it. It loosened up and now closes like the original. Best upgrade I have made.

Eric

[clickman]

Reduced access to the engine compartment with the GAHH?

[schoir]

Originally Posted by clickman

Reduced access to the engine compartment with the GAHH?

Yes, there is reduced access with the GAHH. That is one of the shortcomings of the GAHH glass windowed top.

Regards, Maurice.

Originally Posted by clickman

Reduced access to the engine compartment with the GAHH?

Yes, and you'll find few technicians who don't mind it