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What kind of convertible top does a Porsche 996 have?

What kind of convertible top does a Porsche 996 have?

Both styls come with Factory Zipper around rear window zips to OEM Headliner. Tops fits both Left & Right hand drive models. This convertible top for the Porsche 911 / 996 Carrera & Carrera 4 Cabriolet fits the 1999, 2000 and 2001 model years. All the seams are Heat-Sealed.

How much is a 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera worth?

**Figure based on a stock 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera valued at $22,000 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.

What causes a Porsche Carrera convertible top to fail?

Another part of the system that can fail is the front latch mechanism on the center front of the convertible top. This motor assembly extends a hook out that latches the top against the windshield frame. If the motor inside fails, you can still manually open or close the latch.

Is the Porsche 996 the same as the Boxster?

Speaking of the Boxster, this new entry-level Porsche was designed concurrently with the Porsche 996, and the two cars shared many components both inside and out. In fact, they look nearly identical from the A-pillar forward.

Both styls come with Factory Zipper around rear window zips to OEM Headliner. Tops fits both Left & Right hand drive models. This convertible top for the Porsche 911 / 996 Carrera & Carrera 4 Cabriolet fits the 1999, 2000 and 2001 model years. All the seams are Heat-Sealed.

**Figure based on a stock 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera valued at $22,000 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.

Are there any problems with the Porsche 996?

Not all of the 996 cars will have the IMS problem, and it can be rectified for a few grand if you’re concerned, but it’s on the mind of every buyer out there. IMS problems aside, the 996 is absolutely stuffed with fragile, fast-wearing and expensive components, many of which can’t be reached without dropping the engine.

Speaking of the Boxster, this new entry-level Porsche was designed concurrently with the Porsche 996, and the two cars shared many components both inside and out. In fact, they look nearly identical from the A-pillar forward.

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