Has anyone bought one of these tops?

[QporscheQ]

you are right RN, it is 6 times the cost, dealer quoted me about $2600 installed....unbelievable...

Actually, I would say this is low. (Unless it is used parts). My quote was $2600 also, but the total was over $4000. Insurance was paying, but still. I will never go back to that dealer for anything.

[larez2]

don't forget to use the forum discount good thru 5/31 should you decide to go with a Gahh top. it'll save you some dough.

http://986forum.com/forums/showpost.php?p=41893&postcount=50

larez2

[Perfectlap]

hmmm wondering if I should buy one and just store it unless the supply starts to bring down the price.

p.s.

There are going to be allot more used Boxsters coming into the 2nd hand market. Having a glass rear window might encourage someone to go with an older vs. newer Boxster. I know if all things were similar to equal the glass window would definitely tip the scales. It really does look 1000% better and more expensive.
Going from a glass window in my cheap Miata to a plastic window in my expensive German was

[wingboat]

GAHH now says it *must* be installed by a top shop, and they provide no instructions.

WTF? Is this the end of the semi-competent "do it yourselfer"?

[larez2]

my guess is that they are trying to avoid issues with improper installation and people try to get warranty on them.

I found some instructions. they are not from the factory manual or from gahh, and are not super in depth, but I think they'd help a diy'er. some guy e-mailed them to me. it's too big post, so pm me with your e-mail and i'll forward you what i have if you want to see it.

thanks,
larez2