Convertible Roof Covering Clamping Piece. Porsche 987.1 / 987.2 Boxster / Boxster S 2005-12 › 9875615

Convertible Roof Clamping Piece.
This retaining component helps locate the associated covering or roofliner section, with separate left-hand and right-hand versions.

Fits:

• Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005-08/08
• Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
• Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
• Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12

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What Is This Part?

The clamping piece is a small retaining component within the convertible top covering and roofliner assembly. It holds the associated section of material or trim at its attachment point, helping maintain its intended position as the roof opens and closes. The left-hand and right-hand pieces serve their respective sides of the roof assembly. During covering or headlining repairs, their condition should be checked alongside the surrounding material and fittings.

What Does This Part Do?

• Retains the covering: Holds the associated roof covering or liner section at its designated attachment point.
• Maintains positioning: Helps keep the surrounding material or trim correctly located.
• Limits local movement: Helps prevent the retained section from becoming loose at the clamping point.
• Supports roof repairs: Replaces a damaged or missing original clamp while retaining the existing attachment arrangement.

Why Replace This Part?

A fractured, distorted or worn clamp may no longer hold the associated material securely. Replacing a confirmed defective piece restores that attachment point and allows the covering or liner to be positioned correctly during refitting.

Loose material does not automatically mean the clamp has failed. Check the nearby covering, tension components, cords, clips and mounting hardware for damage or incorrect seating before deciding which parts need renewal. An intact clamp does not need replacing solely because the roof covering is being removed.

When to Replace This Part?

• Visible damage: The original clamp is split, fractured or distorted.
• Missing component: The intended clamping point has no retaining piece.
• Poor retention: The clamp no longer holds its associated material securely after correct seating has been checked.
• Local movement: Covering or headlining shifts near the attachment point and inspection confirms clamp damage.
• Damage found during repairs: Removal of the covering or liner exposes wear that prevents secure refitting.

Where Is This Part Fitted?

Location: Within the convertible top covering and roofliner assembly, at the corresponding left-hand or right-hand retaining position.

FAQs

• Are both sides supplied together? The numbers identify separate left-hand and right-hand versions, not a confirmed pair. Select the part number for the side being repaired.
• Is this a complete roofliner? No. It is a retaining component used within the roof covering and headlining assembly.
• Are other roof fittings included? No additional covering, tension wire, cord or installation hardware is specified with this component.
• Does fitting require roof dismantling? Access may involve releasing or adjusting part of the covering. Follow the appropriate Porsche workshop instructions for the vehicle and roof assembly.

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