01-23-2012, 12:48 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Ireland
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Anyone have an easier fix then replacement?
Well, woke up to this this morning, B****rds......is it a matter of replacing or anyone ever get any easier/cheaper done?
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01-23-2012, 03:22 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Melbourne, Australia
Posts: 93
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Was there actually something on show to steal?
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01-23-2012, 03:34 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Ireland
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Absolutely nothing....never put anything on that engine cover since i broke my two roof arms wedging something up there, nothing on seats, nothing anywhere except Sony bluetooth radio which they obv couldnt reach
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01-23-2012, 05:08 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Sanford NC
Posts: 2,582
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Whole group of articles about tops including just window replacement at here credit to Maurice
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01-23-2012, 01:14 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Ireland
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Have thought about attempting it myself, I have ability to remove and install roof but it's stitching new window in that I'd be worried about
What do we think of the cheap roofs on eBay?  Porsche Boxster 97 98 99 00 01 02 convertible top roof | eBay
Total no go or seem ok???
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01-23-2012, 01:22 PM
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Matt
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Colorado
Posts: 284
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Marine or auto upholstery places will do you fine. Unless you are one of these, you'll likely butcher it up and waste a lot of time. Sorry for your loss. Your insurance may cover vandalism.
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2004 Boxster S, Guard's Red, 6 Speed
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01-23-2012, 02:54 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Ireland
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Problem is, have gotten 2 quotes to pay a professional to fix this, one was €450 and other was €500
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01-23-2012, 03:14 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Denver/Winter Park, CO USA
Posts: 600
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Sounds about right. If your top is perfect then a window replacement is all you need. If not, you might consider a whole new top as it will be cheaper in the long run.
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Denver Steve
Carrera, Cabriolet, 6-Speed, Black/Tan
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01-23-2012, 03:17 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 998
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insurance should help pay for some of this, no?
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kabel
Orlando - 99 BMW M Coupe (autocross toy), '11 Mazdaspeed 3 (dog hauler), '99 10AE Miata (the new daily driver)
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01-23-2012, 03:20 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Ireland
Posts: 46
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Insurance is no good as I'm actually on a motor trade policy with my motorbike business so not worth going down ins route, will keep looking for somewhere cheap
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01-23-2012, 07:18 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Canyon Lake, Texas
Posts: 801
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I just had mine replaced. Bought the top on ebay ($450ish USD for upgraded glass top) and had it installed for $800 USD. Came out perfect and I didn't have to mess with a thing. I heard this is one of the most tedious jobs on the Box, added to the fact that if it's done poorly, everyone will see it.
I wanted it done right so I had a pro do it. Had it done in a couple hours.
If I ever walked out to my car and saw that, it might get ugly :troll:
The glass upgrade relieves a little bit of this fear for me and it looks and functions beautifully.
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01-24-2012, 05:12 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Houston
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Quote:
Originally Posted by stateofidleness
I just had mine replaced. Bought the top on ebay ($450ish USD for upgraded glass top) and had it installed for $800 USD. Came out perfect and I didn't have to mess with a thing. I heard this is one of the most tedious jobs on the Box, added to the fact that if it's done poorly, everyone will see it.
I wanted it done right so I had a pro do it. Had it done in a couple hours.
If I ever walked out to my car and saw that, it might get ugly :troll:
The glass upgrade relieves a little bit of this fear for me and it looks and functions beautifully.
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It is always better to let a pro tackle headaches then you are not out cash and have someone to blame or sue if all goes wrong  .
If in Houston come see us @ Automotive Restoration Specialists Houstons #1 Interior and ExteriorCar Care Cosmetics | Automotive Restoration Specialists 
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01-24-2012, 05:15 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Houston
Posts: 2
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Use a pro
Quote:
Originally Posted by stateofidleness
I just had mine replaced. Bought the top on ebay ($450ish USD for upgraded glass top) and had it installed for $800 USD. Came out perfect and I didn't have to mess with a thing. I heard this is one of the most tedious jobs on the Box, added to the fact that if it's done poorly, everyone will see it.
I wanted it done right so I had a pro do it. Had it done in a couple hours.
If I ever walked out to my car and saw that, it might get ugly :troll:
The glass upgrade relieves a little bit of this fear for me and it looks and functions beautifully.
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It is always better to let a pro tackle headaches then you are not out cash and have someone to blame or sue if all goes wrong .
If in Houston come see us @ Automotive Restoration Specialists Houstons #1 Interior and ExteriorCar Care Cosmetics | Automotive Restoration Specialists
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