Targa to Coupe Roof Conversion

[tnchris]

I currently have a very mechanically sound 84 Targa. I love the car, but am really wanting the look of a coupe. Not to mention, I would love to track the car as funds become available (after I graduate). I am wanting advice on converting my Targa top to a NSR coupe top. I have searched but didn't find any write-ups dealing with this. The closes thing I found was a couple of track cars running full fiberglass roofs, but over full cages. If possible, I would like to stay away from a cage at this point. Has anyone taken a Targa and welded a coupe roof on and left it like that? Obviously the doors will have to be changed and glass added for the new roof. I am concerned that the structure of the car will be compromised. But then again, with the top out, I don't know how much structural integrity is added by the Targa bar and rear glass alone. Any advice or help would be appreciated.

Chris

[Racerbvd]

I have roof clip pretty cheap if you want work on converting your 911..

[TRE Cup]

its been done backwards and forwards. Its a big undertaking to do it correctly and a top class result would cost a lot. Better you find a decent coupe shell and transfer the applicable parts. If you are in no hurry a deal will come along

[onboost]

Chris, you might want to talk to the guys at Rennline as they've done this conversion. I've seen the car and turned out came out quite nice although it's more of a full on DE/track car.

See project details here: http://www.rennline.com/projarchivedept.asp?dept=461

Paul

[tnchris]

I've been looking around for a decent coupe tub, but haven't seen any that really caught my attention. I do agree that swapping my drivetrain over would be a much easier solution. I guess I'll just have to keep watching out for a tub. Thanks for the replies.