Just what I needed... - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

Porschekid · 05-26-2005, 04:01 AM

When I drive my car to work I need to have the top down because at one intersection I can't see with the top up. So I put the top down this morning (was only around 50 degrees), get out and chop it and BANG big crack down the seam of the plastic and canvas.

Is there any temporary fix for this until I get a new top... Silicone or something? Whats the difference in price i'm looking at between new window, new top, and new top w/ glass? Not a good way to start your day...

Porschekid · 05-26-2005, 05:00 AM

Looks like GAHH has the german tops with a glass window for around $750+ shipping. I may have to go that route if this is a decent quality top. Maybe the glass window will even help the resale value. Is this an install for someone who is a little handy to try out or will I need to take it to a shop?

Bright side: If I get a glass top, I can tint it.

tqtran · 05-26-2005, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Porschekid

Looks like GAHH has the german tops with a glass window for around $750+ shipping. I may have to go that route if this is a decent quality top.

From what I hear its a great top. I plan on getting one as well.

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Maybe the glass window will even help the resale value.

Non-stock Porsche does not equal good resale value years down the road. But hey, who knows.

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Originally Posted by Porschekid

Is this an install for someone who is a little handy to try out or will I need to take it to a shop?

I don't plan on attempting it

Let me know how it turns out if you do it yourself

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Bright side: If I get a glass top, I can tint it.

My thoughts exactly.

RandallNeighbour · 05-26-2005, 06:21 AM

Aftermarket Tops:
German material with plastic window off Ebay: $395
German material with plastic window from other internet vendors: $600-850
German material with glass window for older boxsters: $1200?

Factory Replacement top:
Porsche top with plastic window: $2200.00

(Installation is not included in these prices)

A new top on your older boxster? The feeling is going to be priceless!

Porschekid · 05-26-2005, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

Aftermarket Tops:
German material with plastic window off Ebay: $395
German material with plastic window from other internet vendors: $600-850
German material with glass window for older boxsters: $1200?

Factory Replacement top:
Porsche top with plastic window: $2200.00

(Installation is not included in these prices)

A new top on your older boxster? The feeling is going to be priceless!

I found the german material GAHH top w/ glass for $750...

http://www.gahh.com/product_info.php?cPath=27_57_341_3005&products_id=1536
I'm just worried if i'll be able to install it or not.

YellowJacket · 05-26-2005, 06:41 AM

I can't speak for the Boxster, but I installed a top on my old 325iC, and it took 3 full days (18 hr days) and was miserable. I would highly recommend paying someone!