Menu toggle

1985 944 sunroof

R

rahfique

New member
I have just taken delivery of my 1985 944, for the first time i have come across an unsual sunroof, its not the normal elctric pop out sunroof, its a vinyl type roof, can anyone explain how it works please and is it possible to replace it with a solid roof? it has a chrome handle inside which i believe turns and retracts the roof, similar to what you would see on a citroen 2cv.

I have tried to turn the handle but it just does not move, rust on part of the handle.

Any help or advice will be appreciated
 
Hi, and welcome to the forum. [:)]

I've moved this to the 944 area for you. I think a picture might be needed as this doesn't sound like a normal 944 sunroof to me.
 
A photo indeed would help. It sounds quite a bit like a Webasto roof from your description! If so, you simply push the roof back with it folding itself.

But a photo would confirm what you have for definite.
 
Very intersting that kind of sun roof. It sounds similar to a Golde sunshine roof I had on one of my old beetles. Due to the assocation with VAG via the 924 it may be that the fabric roof is a Golde sunshine roof, they are brilliant and leak free. I think you had to pull the handle down before you could turn it to unlock it, but then again it might be a Wesbatso, or however it is spelled, and be completely different
 
Hi

Thank you all for replying.

It is indeed a Tudor Webasto roof, as i explained earlier, i have just purchased the vehicle and tried to open roof.

It seems like its stuck as it does not have any movement once retracted to the vertical position (rust).

I shall take it into my garage and get a few heads around it 2mrw.

Thanks again, i will keep you all up to date

Mohammed

 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Back
Top