DMB14

Hello all,

Being the idiot i am, i managed to break the rear window on my 2000 boxster the day after i bought it. Does anyone know of someone who can replace it in the Washington DC area?


Thanks!

LexVan

Maybe now upgrade to a new top with a glass rear window. Look into GAHH.

DMB14

Thanks. I didn't even think about replacing the whole top because I assumed it would be crazy expensive, but the prices aren't as bad as I expected.

Is the German A5 top worth the $105 premium over the Sonnendeck Canvas?

mikefocke

Bells
Shady Grove MD
http://www.bellstrim.com/

Lim's
Tyson's Corner, VA and Chantilly, VA
http://www.limsautoupholstery.com/

Recommended as a place that can do plastic rear window replacements, top and seat upholstery. Recommended by IMA.

Bay Country Custom Van & Upholstery
1828 George Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401

Installed a glass window top on an earlier 986 and the owner was pleased per a March 2011 posting.

Maurice, the top expert, provided a series of articles you may find useful for background even if you don't do it yourself. http://sites.google.com/site/mikefoc...%26replacement

DMB14

Thanks! Lim's quoted me $548 to replace the plastic window. I'll probably go this route for now.

Schnell Gelb

Mike,
Thank you for taking the time to provide your usual treasure trove of resources. Your link on the long arm/short arm sewing machine question is fundamental .Taking the top off complete with frame is quick and easy.Separating the two is tedious at best.
I have a minor addition to the plastic window issue that some Rennlisters may find useful:
consider using "marine grade" vinyl instead of the usual material . Why? Because although the regular material is cheap , in Los Angeles it lasts no more than 2 years outside before it yellows & then becomes brittle. This is because it contains inadequate u.v. inhibitors.This marine grade should last at least twice as long but can be hard to find at auto upholstery shops. The Wholesale cost of marine grade is about $40/yd(54" wide) compared to $29 for cheap clear vinyl that is often used for windows in soft tops.. It is virtually impossible to tell the difference by just looking at it so best to buy it from a reputable supplier(not EBay?). Locally I use Keystone -PWCC4054111"Crystal Clear" but any equivalent is fine. NAFYYY. It is 40 ga .Thicker is not better.
The incremental cost factored in to the entire cost of the job is trivial considering the benefit in longevity IMHO.Whatever you use I suggest you are vigilant in verifying that the marine grade is what they actually stitch into your top! FYI the trade cost to do the stitching is the same for either grade of clear vinyl.The boat maintenance Forums have lots more on this subject.
I hope this is helpful.