How important is a glass rear window?

[Deserion]

Originally Posted by jotoole

Odd thing:
My 2000 base Boxster with plastic rear window has the plug-in connector for the rear window defroster already in place. Appears to be original equipment.

I think the switch should also be on the dash as well. It was (at that point) for the hardtop's defroster.

[mikesz]

I recently had my plastic window replaced for $450. I do the chop, put a soft cloth in between before lowering it. I live in RI so usually once the top goes down it stays down till the fall. I don't drive it in the winter. I also bought a conditioning kit for the rear window to keep it pliable. If I had a choice I would prefer a glass rear window so I don't have to have it replaced but as others have stated a well documented car goes a long way.

[KevinH1990]

Originally Posted by Deserion

I think the switch should also be on the dash as well. It was (at that point) for the hardtop's defroster.

The outside mirrors are also heated and controlled by that switch.