Removing the Basket Handle
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Removing the Basket Handle
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Looking for a 993 and was wondering how difficult (and expensive) it is to remove the basket handle from the 1995s and move the third brake light up to the top of the rear window like the other 993s. I looked all over for a DIY but can't seem to find anything. Thanks in advance.
Cade
1995 R1100RS - it's a boxer too
1996 BMW 318ti M-Sport
Looking for a 993 and was wondering how difficult (and expensive) it is to remove the basket handle from the 1995s and move the third brake light up to the top of the rear window like the other 993s. I looked all over for a DIY but can't seem to find anything. Thanks in advance.
Cade
1995 R1100RS - it's a boxer too
1996 BMW 318ti M-Sport
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You will have to have the holes on your decklid welded and painted once you remove the basket handle. You will then need to purchase all the individual Porsche parts that make up the upper spoiler light (or get a used assembly). You can also get the items new as a kit for about $400.00 (I think) from Gert at www.carnewal.com. You will also have to paint the upper spoiler piece to match your car.
Installation is simple, but the the hardest / most troublesome part will likely be running the wires through and around the window rubber moulding and past the rear glass to get it wired up...
Eric
P.S. I have the basket handle on mine... doesnt look too bad if you ask me... and its somewhat different and unique. If you want a cool look, keep the light/basket handle and add one of those small subtle "basket handle" wing spoilers to the back edge of your movable spoiler... If I didn't have the RS tail, I would do this...
Installation is simple, but the the hardest / most troublesome part will likely be running the wires through and around the window rubber moulding and past the rear glass to get it wired up...
Eric
P.S. I have the basket handle on mine... doesnt look too bad if you ask me... and its somewhat different and unique. If you want a cool look, keep the light/basket handle and add one of those small subtle "basket handle" wing spoilers to the back edge of your movable spoiler... If I didn't have the RS tail, I would do this...
Last edited by Racer944; 08-05-2005 at 12:11 AM.
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For what seems like a few small holes to fill in the rear decklid, its actually a big and costly hassle. I looked into it and it just wasn't worth re-painting perfectly good paint and the cost and work involved to do it right was CRAZY! Enjoy the basket handle if you get a 95 but if you really don't like it, get a 96+
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Oberst (04-10-2023)
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I HATED my basket handle. IMHO a wart on an otherwise beautiful shape. Here's what I did:
Searched ebay until I found a complete decklid (about $350 with split grill) from a C2S
Had it painted to match.
Took my old decklid off and put it away in the event I sell the car.
I ended up buying the MY96 3rd brake light parts and subsequently decided the car looks better without a third brake light
I'm happy - car looks great in "euro form" especially with the split grill.
Best $$$ I've spent on the car.
HTH,
Joe
1995 Porsche 993 6sp
1988 BMW E30 M3 2.5 (240HP)
Searched ebay until I found a complete decklid (about $350 with split grill) from a C2S
Had it painted to match.
Took my old decklid off and put it away in the event I sell the car.
I ended up buying the MY96 3rd brake light parts and subsequently decided the car looks better without a third brake light
I'm happy - car looks great in "euro form" especially with the split grill.
Best $$$ I've spent on the car.
HTH,
Joe
1995 Porsche 993 6sp
1988 BMW E30 M3 2.5 (240HP)
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Burning Brakes
I also subscribe to "basket handle haters anonymous." When I get my new C2S split grill painted, I'm going to have the basket handle removed and the holes filled in. It detracts from the classic shape of a 911 and leaves most people going, "what is that thing for?"
I am also replacing the "carrera" script with the 996 anniversary "911" script. The whole thing needs a repaint because of the fading around the existing script.
I am also replacing the "carrera" script with the 996 anniversary "911" script. The whole thing needs a repaint because of the fading around the existing script.
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Originally Posted by mborkow
how does it pass inspection without a 3rd brake light?