Hard Top Security Issues

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Wed 21 Jul 2004 10:47
Hard Top Security Issues - Dude - {P}
I remember reading some time ago that certain OEM hard tops are extremely vulnerable to theft, - I seem to recall the Mazda MX5 and also BMW 3 Series convertibles, when fitted with the optional hard tops, are quickly and easily removable by the pond life opportunists.
My son is considering buying a Porsche Boxter and was wondering if anybody on the forum owns or runs one of these vehicles and knows if their hard tops are secure from theft or not??
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Wed 21 Jul 2004 16:19
Hard Top Security Issues - martint123
Someone (sorry don't know who) supplies a lock for MX5 hardtops. I think a genuine Mazda one is around 1500 quid and is supposed to take the best part of 10 seconds to nick.
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Wed 21 Jul 2004 16:39
Hard Top Security Issues - AN Other
Try this forum, perhaps:

www.porscheownersclub.org/mboard/forum-view.asp?fo...2

You seem to be able to register and post messages without paying anything, unlike Porsche Club GB.
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Wed 21 Jul 2004 16:43
Hard Top Security Issues - AN Other
I know yours is a Boxster, but:

www.911uk.com/forum/

might be useful as well - posts seem to attract replies, at least.
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