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Boris the spyder

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Hello everyone, new member looking for a bit of advice. Just bought my first ever Porsche, previous 2 seater was an MR2 - Rev3 turbo with a T-bar roof. I was sad to see it go and they are very under rated. but a friend gave me a drive in a Boxster and quickly realised what all the fuss was about. My question is can the crap PCM2 head unit be swapped out for the black version in the Gen2 model without hacking at wiring and messing on with factory codes ! Plan to keep the stock one in the event I sell the car in the future. (no time soon :p) I hate not having post codes, may as well put Willy Wonka's Chocolate factory film in the DVD unit for all the use it is. Any advice would be appreciated. From a past middle age crisis Boxster driver. Car is an RS60.
 
If it's an RS60 then it's a PCM 2.1, and will have partial postcodes available.

Choose the town, and try putting in the postcode like RM20 3 or CT2 8. You then have to choose the street. PCM3 will not readily fit in the 987.1 and is very expensive. Most people that want a more upto date unit fit aftermarket instead.

For the record, I'm not a fan of the PCM3 sat nav - I've always preferred 2d to 3d, but do like the Bluetooth connectivity that it offers.

 
Hi Ian

Thanks for that, in that case I will leave well alone. I suppose I tend to forget its 8 years old almost and tech has come a long way. maybe they should have got someone like Gamin to design in car stuff for them but I am sure the new Boxster will be all that. I take it the I-pod tune change has to be done from the I-pod as well ?

Regards Graham

 
Don't fit PCM 3 fit a better aftermarket version with Bluetooth and usb, much better option. You can get the phone option with a decent FM transmitter for £20-30.

 
Hi, I had same problem the factory fit stuff it is very underwhelming compared to the overall car ..car is 10/10 media stuff is 1/10..lol ,if you have just got the car get to know it before jumping in with aftermarket media system.

Talking from experience and I set my heart on a head unit and found out the hard way the 8 year old stuff just will not cut it,and also be aware of alternator whine from the tweeters yes this does happen.

Also note the control units on these things are highly strung..

If I could do it all again :-

I would ask the audio fit shop to recommend a head unit to work with factory fit amp and speakers and optic connections.

Guarantee no alternator whine from tweeters when on phone call etc.

Guarantee they will use existing invisible aerial.

Consider the steering wheel controls if you have any..

Or TAKE a deep breath and ask Porsche to quote to modernise even if for the larf

...or just use a good 150 sat nav when you need it with Bluetooth connect and take no calls in the car.

Note as soon as you install after market say goodbye to Porsche warranty if you intend to get one.

These cars are absolutely brilliant if not a little bit on the high maintenance side..I usually do not have time for weekend wheels but these cars are super ace...enjoy !!!!!

 
Ahh yes Darren, I have that tweeter whistle to, its my first German car ever. I have been a committed Japanese car owner most of my life, if the Boxster is as reliable as my MR2 I will be well happy. Have to say so far it has been a joy to drive and friends that have been round to check it out usually start off with "now that is a thing of beauty" I think they are well put together and a clever design. Its the only car I have turned down the music to listen to the engine, smiles are what its all about. Thanks for the replys guys, much appreciated.

 
If you have a reasonable data allowance on your phone then you can use WAZE - a (free!!) satnav for virtually all smartphones (Android & Apple). It has live traffic info and you can still use your phone as a phone.

But you still have the sound quality of the PCM system - oh joy.

Andrew

 
Hi Richard

That looks a nice unit, like the fact you don't need to chop wiring up. I do want to return it to stock if I ever change it. Does that unit have a custom surround suited to the Boxster. ? A pic of yours fitted would be appreciated. Regards. Graham

 
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