[GothicSerpent]

Hey All,

I've picked up a basic 2001 Boxster as my new project car. Only 78k miles on it from the original owner who bought it brand new way back when.

I've been making some basic changes to familiarize myself with it but I'm baffled by something that no one can seem to help me figure out.

I think "I believe" that the convertible top motor pump is dead. In order for me to replace it, I need to open the convertible enough to put it on service mode. Obviously I cannot because I can't get the top open.

Can anyone please offer me advice on how to get this top open? Is there a manual process of doing this? I'd like to get to the engine compartment as well.

Thanks in advance!