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Old 12-29-2002, 12:51 PM
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Forgive the question from a 993 owner but a good friend of mine has a MY 2001 Boxster S. He wants to know if the 2003 roof with the glass rear window can be retro fitted to earlier cars.
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I think the general consensus is that YES, you can retrofit the 2003 roof & glass rear window on earlier cars.

However, the consensus also holds that NO, it is not cost effective. While it is technically possible, I believe it costs around $6000.

You can buy a lot of plastic rear windows for six grand!
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Thanks very much for taking the time to reply I really appreciate it.
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Sean is correct, it requires a complete replacement of top frame and top fabric, to the tune of nearly $7000. It is possible, but not practical.
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Thanks Ken I think you guys have a very valid point!



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