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violametallic-S- 02-26-2012 08:37 PM

How much are new tops with the glass window going for?
 
I swear a few years ago they were 650! Now almost a 1000?

PoBoxsterS 02-26-2012 09:35 PM

Auto tops direct sells them for about $650 from what I remember. I've been told GAHH or ATD is the way to go, but GAHH wants nearly $1000. I hear they're basically the same thing, same return address, same company, etc.

I'm looking to buy a glass one too! First day of Boxster ownership rear window cracks :ah:

SF-Rockster 02-26-2012 10:49 PM

You can patch up the rear window with liquid stitch for the time being.

Look it up, it will seal the crack and drys clear. Quick cheap fix until you can get a replacement.
Looks like it will start raining tomorrow.

Hope that helps.

jcb986 02-27-2012 04:30 AM

I was going to have the window replaced and they wanted $600 for the repair. Found a local top shop that has done many Porsche tops. New GAAH Glass Window top installed $1275.00 plus any plastic that needed to be replaced which there was. 2 pieces adding another $100.;)

97 Boxster 02-27-2012 04:48 AM

I bought mine a few years ago for $650 or so. Its the AGT version. Love it and would NEVER go back.

violametallic-S- 02-27-2012 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 97 Boxster (Post 279999)
I bought mine a few years ago for $650 or so. Its the AGT version. Love it and would NEVER go back.


is there a big difference between the two?

feelyx 02-27-2012 09:41 AM

1997-02 Porsche Boxster, Boxster S Roadster (986), Ford convertible tops, Jaguar headliners, Mazda Miata top, Mercedes seat covers

97 Boxster 02-27-2012 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by violametallic-S- (Post 280024)
is there a big difference between the two?

Not that I am aware of. Its been great for me for the two years I have had it on. Still looks incredible and I did the install myself. :)

violametallic-S- 02-27-2012 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by 97 Boxster (Post 280028)
Not that I am aware of. Its been great for me for the two years I have had it on. Still looks incredible and I did the install myself. :)

Nice! I think I'll be getting one now. Any tips for the install? How long did it take you?

97 Boxster 02-27-2012 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by violametallic-S- (Post 280030)
Nice! I think I'll be getting one now. Any tips for the install? How long did it take you?

Install took my wife and I about 10 hours. Removal was easy and so we thought the install would be just as easy. It was not. Be patient and it will work out great. Clean everything with the top off. I would also check for bent bars/frame or other parts while you have the top off. I need to make some adjustments to mine to tighten it up but thats normal from what I hear. Adjustments to the top are done via the bolts on the backside area as noted in your instructions. Good luck.:)

ericinca 02-27-2012 12:36 PM

I ordered my GAHH top off eBay for less than $700. Installed it myself but it was a challenging project.

boxster6354 02-27-2012 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 97 Boxster (Post 280028)
Not that I am aware of. Its been great for me for the two years I have had it on. Still looks incredible and I did the install myself. :)


So now I know who to call when I get me a new top :D





:cheers:

Jbocio 02-27-2012 02:27 PM

I got lucky a month or so ago and picked up a new A5 GAHH Top w/ glass window on Ebay for $415. Got it installed professionally and it's been great so far. No problems. If you keep searching you might5eventually come across one for around that price.


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