2003 Targa

[raloise]

If anyone has had experience or actually has a newer Targa with the automatic roof, I would like to know what problems I should be looking for when purchasing one. I have a coupe now and the Targa has always been of interest to me. Leeks, rattles, etc.?

Edited September 25, 2008 by raloise

[whall]

I have an MY02 Targa with 51,000 miles. I've owned it for two years and have had no problems with leaks or rattles.

I generally don't drive with the roof open because of the noise and wind buffeting at highway speeds. There is a small, deployable spoiler that pops up with the top open but it doesn't seem to me to be much help.

Another "problem" is that vision through the rear window is somewhat degraded with the top open; and it is totally degraded if the top is open with the retractable sunshield in the closed position.

Lastly, there has been some comment about the extra 23 pound weight increase, above the weight of the coupe, ruining the car's center of gravity and slowing the acceleration. I doubt that very many Targas are raced. And, who among us couldn't afford to loose 23 pounds from around our waists to make up for the Targa's additional weight?

Bill

[2Fast996]

I have a MY03 Targa with 56,500 miles and love the car. The main reason I chose the Targa was for the rear hatch making the back area much more accessible. I have not experienced any leaks however, do have a slight "rattle" when driving on rough surfaces. There is a TSB on this condition so you might want to check if it has been performed on the car you are considering.

Forgor to mention; as far as I have found there is no roof bike rack for the Targa :(

Edited October 2, 2008 by 2Fast996