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  1. anunakki

    anunakki Eight Time F1 World Champ
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    #1 anunakki, Apr 9, 2017
    Im a previous 355 spider owner and now a California owner. Mostly because I use it to drive back and forth to work and its very reliable and the hardtop works great.

    However, Im considering buying another 355 spider as a strictly weekend car. Something I would keep forver. I loved the 355 since they first came out so i know I wont grow tired of it.

    Here is the thing. I hate how the spider looks with the top down.

    So if I buy another spider i was considering turning it into a permanent top down roadster. Eliminating the fabric roof completely and having a 575 barchetta style custom rear decklid created.

    Has anyone seen anything like this before ? i did a search and count find anything.

    yes I know i will destroy the value, but i dont care as I will die with this car.
     
  2. WATSON

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    #2 WATSON, Apr 9, 2017
    I have not seen such a mod, but love the idea.

    There was a thread here awhile back that was an attempt at a hardtop option for the spider that emulated the berlinetta. If someone can tackle that, surely a properly molded rear boot can be accomplished.

    Hope you find something as I will be watching this thread closely.
     
  3. anunakki

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  4. Dave rocks

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    #4 Dave rocks, Apr 9, 2017
    Get a GTS - problem solved :)
     
  5. anunakki

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    #5 anunakki, Apr 9, 2017
    I considered it, but I think this is mroe fun.
     
  6. bjwhite

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    #6 bjwhite, Apr 9, 2017
    Exactly. I never liked either the 348 or 355 Spiders. GTS all the way.
     
  7. anunakki

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    #7 anunakki, Apr 9, 2017
    Ive never owned a GTS but I did own a Viper RT which is the same basic idea. And while its fun, its not as much fun as full topless.
     
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    #8 2NA, Apr 9, 2017
    I like the idea.
     
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    #9 WATSON, Apr 9, 2017
    If this turns to a group buy, let me know.
     
  10. anunakki

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    #10 anunakki, Apr 9, 2017
    The problem is I dont think the decklid can be switched out without completely removing the fabric top and mechanicals as the top sticks up too high.

    Im okay with completely removing my top, but not sure if you or others would be.

    But Im 99% sure Im going to do this. Im retiring in a couple months and it will be a fun late summer project.

    So as it progresses Ill post and maybe it can become a group buy for the rear decklid
     
  11. Dave rocks

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    #11 Dave rocks, Apr 9, 2017
    Retire? Jerry - did your sale go thru? And, I thought you wanted to go back to being an artist?

    Regarding this build, it will be very cool and very expensive :)
     
  12. anunakki

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    #12 anunakki, Apr 9, 2017
    I cant talk about it quite yet.

    By 'retire' I mean i wont have to art for a living. I can art for fun.

    I dont think this will be that expensive as i can sell all the parts to the top to cover a lot of the expense. Plus Ill probably sculpt/3d model the decklid myself.

    I bet $20k will do it.
     
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    #13 Dave rocks, Apr 9, 2017
    Well, $20k is expensive. And if you don't want to talk about your sale, don't bring it up :D :) ;)
     
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    #16 emac, Apr 10, 2017
    Me either. Ferrari got it right at the factory.
     
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    #18 Steve355F1, Apr 10, 2017
    My eyes!! That's horrific. :(

    I kind of like the idea, and think it could be done well given enough money.
    But yeah, just get a GTS and be done with it.
    Best of both worlds.
     
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    #19 Robb, Apr 10, 2017
    I like your photoshop rendition and think it could be well done.

    I never liked the Shaq version. The execution reminded me of a 70's dune buggy exercise. The lack of detailing did it in...

    The detailing will add cost but will make sure it looks more thought out.

    Looking forward to your build.

    Robb


     
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    #20 Enzojr, Apr 10, 2017
    Shaqs looks like how NOT to do it, I have thought about this.
    A 430 type snap on cover that covers the convertible top might work.
    Go for it Jerry, thinking a group buy might be the ticket.
     
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    #21 Enzojr, Apr 10, 2017
    Thinking a PS mockup from the back would determine how good/bad it will look ?
    Shaqs just looks "funny" from the back.
     
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    #22 plugzit, Apr 10, 2017
    Cut the windshield. No color at the top of it, just glass!
     
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    #24 bjwhite, Apr 10, 2017
    Care to translate? Not sure what you're trying to say. The pics are great though.
     
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    #25 joe1973, Apr 10, 2017
    Older 911s (996 model) have fabricated hard tops which don't look factory but are decent. Maybe there's a company in the US you can research? Big issue is to ensure integrity especially at high speeds and wind. You don't want these flying off to those behind.
     
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