I have a rattle in the same area that sound like the top, but is in the rear seat. It goes away if I lower the back seat and I can make it happen by just pushing on the back seat when it is in the upright position. Let me know if this might be the same issue you are having.
Use zip code 76018 on the Jeep Inventory Search and check Meador in Fort Worth and Classic in Arlington. Both have been aggressive on the dealer website pricing. The discounts can get pretty good depending on their inventory and the time of the month. I bought off the lot for less than I could...