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With the driver's door open and the windows up, I went to lower the convertible top. The top raised to a vertical position and then stopped moving. It stayed jammed in that position and would not move in either direction. When the switch is engaged you can hear the motors running but nothing happens. I loosened the two pivot bolts and operate the roof manually. I dropped the top manually and tightened the pivot bolts. Tried the switch to raise, could hear the motors but nothing happened. Went to the other extreme; raised the top and engaged the switch to open.

What are your thoughts on the 968 model? The only Porsche I have driven is my 2005 Boxster S and love the handling, pick and overall feel. I do alo like the looks of the 968, and the price point, but before I go too far, wanted to see how the 968 is considered by other Porsche enthusiasts? Does it hold it's value? Is it sought after? Anything to be concerned about.

Yes my dream car is a 911, and then a 928, but budget wise it is a few years away, however do want to start collecting porsche's slowly.

Thoughts, advice?

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