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Hard to tell from the pics, but if the interior and top are Black/Grey, that will save you a ton of money instead of looking for the cocoa parts. The top and heated seat are the same as the standard models parts/colors, not sure about the dark gray leather covering.
Black was a factory option on the SE, and is pretty rare compared to the SE brown. |
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Yes both top and seats are black...what seats am I looking for specifically, all leather, heated? |
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i'm sorry but the 550 Spyder edition model seats are not standard leather. Both cocoa or dark grey seats are natural leather seats, which was an expensive option from standard leather for the normal car and the quality of the leather is different - less paint on the leather, more open pored and by that more breathable. This leather is also more sensitive against moisture. Which maybe describes the really bad condition of the drivers seat. The rear cover of the seats is painted with the exterior color GT silver. You look for heated seats. As i said, these seats will be hard to get - especially in dark grey color. Regards from Germany Markus Again cocoa: http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/16346392.jpg http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/16346396.jpg |
I mentioned the difficulty sourcing parts earlier in the thread, best best would be to try and have a shop repair the seat and match the color. You can find your option code sticker under the hood, it will have all of the options and color codes so you know what to look for. You can find decoders online. :cheers:
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"the 550 Spyder edition model seats are not standard leather. Both cocoa or dark grey seats are natural leather seats, which was an expensive option from standard leather for the normal car."
You are correct...I meant to say that the 'seat' was a standard heated sport seat. But it is covered in natural leather, which I will assume it different than the 'Large Leather' package that was offered that year. The painted seatbacks were an option, but not in GT Silver. |
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Your seats look incredible, the painted seat back makes is look so clean and crisp...love it! |
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@ GTsilber: Sorry, that might be misleading. The pictures don't show my car. Found them on the internet just to illustrate the differences.
My car has a black interior. Sorry, i don't have good photos from my interior. Regards, Markus |
Here are some pics of my 04 SEhttp://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365590.jpg
http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365604.jpg http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365665.jpg http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365693.jpg http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365719.jpg http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461365760.jpg http://986forum.com/forums/uploads02...1461366488.jpg Hope this helps. I wish my seats were painted GT Siler.... |
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Wow your car is immaculate! This is what I want mine to look like. I went to 3 body shops today, all deal with high end cars. All 3 confirmed that the clear coat peeling is the result of the sun NOT the car being repainted. I got quotes to repaint the entire car ranging from $3k-$5k...really want to do it [emoji41] |
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I'll post the 550 brochure later. Painted seat backs were an option. Mine does not have them painted.
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I have been trying to trouble shoot my top issue, so far no luck. Here are some things I tried and observations:
1. Check handbrake is illuminated in dash when pulled - confirmed 2. Check top microswitch is working correctly - when pulled Windows go down, when pushed up windows roll up - confirmed 3. Remove top double relay and reinsert - confirmed but not sure if relay is bad? 4. Replace B6 fuse - confirmed 5. The top warning light does not illuminate when placing key in ignition, not sure if it should 6. The top rocker switch does not illuminate with yellow light, upon toggling switch no sound from top motor or otherwise What else can I try? On another note, got a CEL light, P0420. Hooked up my OBD2 and noticed that B1S1 and B1S2 are showing similar voltage, do I need to replace S1 or is it the cat that's bad? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
I think the car also sat outdoors with the TOP DOWN in the sun (maybe rain) for extended periods to make the seats look/feel like that.
Same treatment that caused the paint fail. |
Who does this to a Special Edition. I could see someone buying a base and letting it rot because they're exponentially more replaceable, but if you're going to let a car sit why pay more for the special edition.
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To be honest I think the PO had no idea this was a special edition. But even so, this is no way to treat a car, I am going to do my best to restore it. |
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First off, handbrake illumination does not mean the microswitch for the top is good, Bypass the switch at the top controller relay. See Pedros DYI for instructions, its easy and once you do it, you'll like it! 1, Beg, borrow steal a new top controller relay and see what happens. 2. Get out the top pry bar and disconnect the pivot arm ball joints to allow top and clam shell to operate manually. This will allow you to inspect the mechanical aspects of the top operation, along with allowing you to place the top in any position you want. 3. with top disconnected, get to the tops motor, which is directly underneath the rear window. Disconnect drive cables (to keep both sides in sync) and power the motor directly to check its condition. |
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Thanks for the help...wasn't sure which Pedro article you were referring to but I tried the one for bending back pin 18 to drop the top while moving...didn't work for me [emoji853] is there another article that I should try? How do I get my hands on another relay to test? |
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I'm glad it's in good hands now. It would be more cost effective to just buy a car in working order. So it shows your dedication to go through the time and money to bring this car to the life it deserves. |
Jump out micro switch at park brake first. It may be bad and the hand brake light will still light up.
Dammit. Dog farted. That's just awful. That is all. |
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I've looked around for a SE, they are usually in the 18-20k range, and even then you still have to pony up for IMS fix and have potential for other issues like AOS...I would rather do the work myself, knowing the work was done right. |
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to be honest i've never seen this model without the painted GT silver seat backs over here in Germany / Europe. Maybe it was a ROW option. I don't know. Also checked the official Porsche press release and it says the seat back covers are in GT silver. Don't have a brochure for the car. @GTsilber: If you don't have i would recommend you to get an official Porsche workshop manual or another good workshop manual for the car as a base documentation. Wiring diagrams will be helpful if you have bigger trouble with electronic components. The forum will help, but there is a point when it's really difficult to solve complex problems via remote diagnosis. Just my 2 cents. Regards, Markus |
Looking at the wiring diagram for a 2004, and based on your symptoms (dash switch and cluster light not illuminating), I'm leaning toward the relay.
My reasoning is that if it were a microswitch or top motor issue, the dash switch and cluster indicator should still light up. The only thing I see that they all have in common (operation lockout, lights) is the relay. Difficult to tell, though. I'd ask Woody if he has one you can try. If it didn't fix the issue, I'm sure he'd refund you or you could sell it. |
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I just took another look at the fuse diagram and at my fuse box. I noticed that fuse D3 was missing in my box - I believe this is the fuse that talks to the top relay...I plugged in a brand new 30A and thought for sure it would work...nope [emoji15]. Is it possible that the dash rocker switch needs to be replaced, my central door lock button is not functioning either, and I also replaced that fuse. Central door lock led is illuminated though. |
Painted seat backs....
...were, indeed, optional in the USA.
My car does NOT have them. |
Is it possible that my top dash rocker switch is kaput?
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So my turn signal indicators stopped working last night but the hazards were working correctly with indicators blinking in dash...I got my Bentley manual today and saw that the indicator light and top are both tied to fuse B6, a fuse I've already replaced and tested 3x!
Low and behold, the top now works after replacing B6 again [emoji1417] With the top down I noticed this cable and screw hanging loosely on the passenger side, what is this and should it be connected to something? http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...239baeff0c.jpghttp://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/2016...502e5e6496.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
Pretty sure that's your top tension cable. With the top in the service position you can look on the other side and you should find the twin to that one.
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Thanks I saw the driver side is mounted, is there a nut or something I'm missing here? How do secure that screw to the top, I don't see a mounting hole just feels like there's a rivet. |
GT see the post I attached. It should guide you in the right direction. Remember search is your friend. ;)
http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/44151-convertible-top-tension-cable.html |
That's good to hear you got it working. I was going to say if the car had water damage done to the seat maybe your immobilzer under the front seat got wet.
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Thanks 911monty - still not sure if I need to buy a new top tension cable, can't Seem to get this screw attached. |
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Reread it, I had difficulty removing the screw from the ball joint. But I got it, removed screw, tightened, then reattached socket to screw ball...thank you! |
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Here is a list of maintenance items that I plan on completing in the next couple of weeks:
1. Clean Throttle Body (complete) 2. Replace spark plugs (went with OEM Beru) 3. Oil Change (going with Pentosin 5w40, Hengst filter, new LN magnetic drain plug) 4. Inspect existing oil filter for metal/plastic 5. Replace driver side door check hinge 6. Replace fuel line vent valve (ordered OEM off a 2002 911) 7. Replace AOS (OEM part purchased) 8. Check brake wear sensors - (dash light is illuminated but pads look good) 9. Possibly replace B1S2 o2 sensor Anything else I should be looking at, other than IMS? |
About to purchase 2004 50th anniversary
Draining oil now, took off filter and inspected. I did see some really small splinters of metal and what appeared to tiny plastic dots (2-3) pieces...is this normal?
Also noticed a small oil leak right in front of oil pan and adjacent to filter, behind tranny, not sure where leak is coming from, rear main seal? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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