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Previous Next Porsche Boxster (986) FAQ Disclaimer & Copyright Notice Preface 1.0 General 2.0 Boxster Basics 3.0 The Order Process 4.0 Boxster Configuration 5.0 Boxster Aftermarket Equipment 6.0 Car Care 7.0 Maintenance 8.0 Boxster Technical Bulletins 9.0 Miscellaneous 10.0 Recently Asked Questions Search Support this site Other Xoc managed sites: http://www.xoc.net http://grr.xoc.net http://www.mayainfo.org https://mayacalendar.xoc.net http://www.yachtslog.com |
4.1 Base Car 4.1 Base Car
Previous model year prices are for historical purposes. 4.2 Exterior Colors
4.3 Cabriolet Top Colors
4.4 Interior Colors
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For an interesting virtual reality view of a Boxster interior with a Tiptronic transmission, see the http://carpoint.msn.com/Gallery/VidDisp.asp?Type=Interior&Year=2000&Make=Porsche&Model=Boxster&idMerismus=431051 . 4.5 Switches and StalksThe various options you can order come with a set of additional switches and stalks.
There will always be a set of blanks not filled on the Boxster. If you notice, the front panels, excluding the instrument cluster, are symmetric. This allows Porsche to produce right-hand drive units without needing separate parts. 4.6 OptionsClick here for a complete worldwide table of options for the Boxster, including prices and conflicts. For current option availability see the RAQ. Specifics of some of the options are detailed below. Porsche makes a dizzying array of options available for the Boxster. When ordering your car, here are a common set of options that many people order: M424, M498, M540, M550, M580, M659, P14, P37, and P63. You can save money by ordering many of these options (especially the options starting with "X"), from your dealer parts counter after your car arrives. The Tequipment price is frequently much less than the price of the option. By doing so you also avoid the luxury tax applied in the U.S. After your car arrives, check back to this section to review additional information about each option that you ordered. [The editors would like to give very special thanks to follow people for letting us use their personal photographs on this page: Carlton Bale, John Barney, Walt Bilofsky, Mark Christenson, John Felker, Robert Granger, Keith Horton, Trygve Isaacson, Scottsdale Jaguar, Skyler, Derek J. Stutsman, Keith Vyenielo, and Barry West. The editors would also like to thank Matthew Marcelissen (a.k.a. Matt the Car Nut) for tracking down and getting permission from these people to use the photos.] E51 Large Leather Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] E52 Small Leather Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] E53 Large Mahogany Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] E54 Small Mahogany Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] E55 Large Carbon Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] E56 Small Carbon Dashboard Package[Description to come] [Need photo!] M030 Sport Chassis[Description to come] [Need photo!] M274 Vanity Mirrors, Illuminated[Description to come] M288 Headlight Washers[Description to come] M329 Cassette Radio 'Porsche CR-210'Includes anti-theft coding and removable control unit. Standard radio. The Becker stereo that is installed with the Boxster has a button to switch between the various audio sources. It can switch between AM, FM, the in-dash CD player, and the CD changer under the front hood. Pressing the button once will take you to the most recent audio source you used. So if you are on FM and press it, it might take you to AM. If you pause and press it again, it will take you back to FM. To switch to the CD changer, you will need to press the button rapidly multiple times. M396 17" Boxster Design WheelsThe wheels are 7J x17 with 205/50 ZR front and 8J x 17 with 255/40 rear. M413 18" Turbo-Look Wheels[Description to come] [Need photo!] M421 Cassette ShelfIn center console, front. M424 CD ShelfIn center console, front. M436 Three Spoke Steering Wheel[Description to come] M446 Wheel Caps with Colored Porsche Crest[Description to come] M454 Cruise Control[Description to come] M490 Hi-Fi Sound SystemComes with 6 speakers, amplifier (6 x 25 watts), and multi-channel loudspeaker system with base reflex boxes in doors. M498 Delete Model Designation[Description to come] M513 Lumbar Support, Passenger's Side[Description to come] M535 Remote Controlled Alarm SystemThe alarm on the Boxster includes the following:
M540 Manual Height Adjustment, Passenger's Side[Description to come] [Need photo!] M549 Roof Transport SystemThe roof transport system allows you to carry skis, bikes, and other stuff. See http://www.realtime.net/~rentner/Porsche/RTSInstallation.html for installation instructions. M550 Hard TopIn color of car body. Including rear window defroster. M551 Porsche WindstopThe windstop on the 1997 Boxsters seem to be a source of trouble for many owners. Some early model windstops were recalled because the latch did not hook properly and rattled. Many other owners have had the latches break while removing the windstop. All windstops that are not satisfactory or that have broken latches will be replaced by the dealer, under warranty. Porsche is now using a new manufacturer for this product and latches appear to be much sturdier. To remove the windstop, lift one of the levers slightly (fraction of an inch) and push down on the top of the windstop on the same side. Then push the top of the windstop toward the rear while still holding the lever. Repeat on the other side and lift the windstop out of the bottom groove of the roll bar.With the windstop uninstalled, notice on the levers that there is a red mark on the front side of the lever, as viewed through the glass. These little red marks are important. To install the windstop, insert the bottom of the windstop into the groove on the roll bar. Lift one of the levers slightly (a fraction of an inch) and push down on the top of the windstop on the same side. Then pull the windstop forward and release the lever. Repeat on the other side. You know if your windstop is properly installed if:
Step two is vital. If you can see either one of the red marks, then the lever pin is not engaged properly and the windstop may rattle and possibly come loose at high speed with the top down. Try doing this with the top down until you have done it a few times. It is much easier to work with that way. After learning the drill, you can remove and install the windstop in less than five seconds from inside the car with the top up. NOTE: Be careful with the levers, they are fragile. If you lift a lever until you can see all of the red mark through the windstop (from the front looking toward the rear), you have lifted it far enough for removal and installation. [Thanks to Joe King for this information.] M571 Active Carbon FilterFor interior. M580 Non-Smoker PackageGives a storage compartment instead of an ash tray and a cover plate instead of a cigarette lighter. The receptacle is still fully functional for appliances such as radar detectors. M586 Lumbar Support, Driver's Side[Description to come] M6 Floormats
Floormats are available both with the car or aftermarket as Tequipment. They are also available from other vendors such as Automotion. The Boxster floormats are exactly cut to match the footwells of the car. The mats come with two clips on one edge. To install the mats, you will need to remove the four plastic caps that cover the ends of the seat rails. This exposes the holes at the ends of the seat rails so the clips can be fastened. The caps are supposed to be discarded, but some people have managed to get the caps back on. [Need photo!] M601 Litronic HeadlightsXenon projection headlights have a bluish cast, and are being used by Mercedes, BMW and Lexus. These are essentially neon lights but use xenon instead. The entire lighting system is different. The litronic system uses far less energy (wattage) than conventional incandescent bulbs. What takes more juice is the initial lighting off of these lights. This is achieved with a ballast, approximately like a neon bulb. There is sort of a flash, for a second, then it settles down to bright, clear lights. One would presume that they would become an option on the Boxster at some point, since they are expected to be offered on the 996. Because the 996 has the same headlight setup as the Boxster, they should also work in the Boxster. They were an option on the 993s and cost something like $1500, although they came stock on the Turbo model. Much more information on headlights can be found at http://lighting.mbz.org/faq . [Need photo!] M635 Parking Assist SystemThe Parking Assist System is activated whenever the reverse gear is engaged. An acoustical signal will be heard in intervals whenever the vehicle backs up and approaches an object that is closer than 150cm (five feet). At a distance of 30cm (one foot), the tone is continuous. M659 On Board ComputerThe on-board computer is fairly expensive for what it does. It gives:
This is not something that you can add after your car is built. It provides an extra stalk on the left left of the steering column to select and set the various functions. Any car can have the outside temperature display enabled. M662 Porsche Communications ManagementPorsche Panorama has this to say about the Porsche Communications Management option:
M692 Remote CD ChangerThe owners manual for the radio that comes with the Boxster tells how to operate both six and 10 disc changers, although Porsche only offers the six disc changers. The Becker CD changers are OEMed by Sony, and the Sony 10 disc changer is compatible with the Becker unit. An EPROM swap is necessary on the radio to let it control the 10 disc changer. If you get the Sony changer instead of the Becker changer, you lose the ability for the stereo to automatically change its volume as your speed increases. The Sony six disk changer is model number CDX-T62. To install either the Sony or Becker CD changer requires a cable that you can get from your Porsche parts counter. While you are there, you can also buy a bracket and mounting hardware that avoid having to do any drilling on your vehicle. The bracket will accommodate either the six or 10 CD changers. To route the cable, take the battery out. Route the cable into the battery compartment through one of the 3" round rubber plugs behind the mounting bracket location in the front trunk. Then route the cable into a similar 3" rubber plug behind the battery (this comes into the cockpit through some insulation padding above the throttle pedal) and into the center console. To remove the stereo, you will need the head-unit removal keys from Becker. The cable plugs right into the head unit. The Becker six CD changer is mounted under the front hood. You can use Sony XA-T6 cartridges, which are cheaper than the Becker cartridges. You can get these from your local stereo store, or from this link mail order: http://www.crutchfield.com/cgi-bin/S-UHTNAPQRVZ7/blockpub.exe?bid=22213&store=1&sid=S-UHTNAPQRVZ7 . For more information on Becker stereo equipment, see http://www.beckerautosound.com . M696 AM/FM Radio with CD Player[Description to come] M982 Soft Look Leather SeatsIn interior color. Requires full leather interior. P14 Heated Front Seat Package[Description to come] P15 Fully Electric SeatsElectrical height, length, and backrest adjustment. Memory function on the driver's side. P37 Traction ControlOption P37, Traction Control consists of two separate items, Active Brake Differential (ABD) and Anti Slip Regulation (ASR). Neither is standard on the Boxster. When one of the rear wheels begins to lose traction, the ABD applies the brake to that wheel. If both wheels lose traction, the ASR reduces engine power until traction is regained. The Traction Control switch on the dash turns off the ASR, but not the ABD. The ABD is always in effect until you reach 62.5 mph, at which time it automatically deactivates. Because the ABD is always in effect and is applying braking not under your control, control freaks may not wish to order this option. The traction control is frequently compared to a limited slip differential. Although the purpose is the same, maintaining traction on the road, the implementation is entirely different. The ABD is the same feature that was optional on the 993. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is an entirely different feature that is standard on the Boxster. P49 Digital Sound Processing[Description to come] [Need photo!] P63 Sport PackageIncludes:
P64 Sport Touring PackageIncludes:
P65 Sport Touring PackageFor Tiptronic transmission only. Includes:
P69 Sport Design PackageThe P69 "Sport Design" includes:
Conflicts: It has been verified that the P69 does not conflict with the P63 option package. Here is one persons description of the gray color of the P69:
Here are the part numbers for the various components of the P69 Package:
P77 Leather Sport SeatsIncludes manual length adjustment and electrical backrest adjustment. Includes both driver and passenger seats. In North America, the only way to get the sports seats is with the P69 Option and then they only come in black leather. The rest of the world can order the sports seats in the various colors that are offered. Before you select this option, it had been suggested that you try out a car with sports seats. If you are broad through the shoulders or midsection, you may find the sports seats confining. Better to know now than later. P84 Sport PackageSame as P63 Sport Package except includes XRA 17" Sport Classic Wheels and Tires. Includes:
P85 Sport Touring PackageSame as P64 Sport Touring Package except includes XRA 17" Sport Classic Wheels and Tires. Includes:
TD4 Tourist Delivery Program[Description to come] [Need photo!] TT3 Tiptronic Transmission[Description to come] [Need photo!] X26 Leather Four-Spoke Airbag Steering WheelLeather in color of interior. [Need photo!] X68 Tonneau CoverIn color of roof. X69 Carbon Doors SillsHas "Boxster" insignia. [Need photo!] X70 Stainless Steel Doors SillsHas "Boxster" insignia. X71 Aluminum Look Instrument Dials[Description to come] X77 Carbon/Leather Four-Spoke Airbag Steering WheelLeather in color of interior. X89 Ornamental Porsche Rims[Description to come] [Need photo!] XAA Boxster AerokitIncludes front and rear spoiler and rocker panel covers. XAB Speedster RearPainted in the color of the car. The speedster rear attaches to the car by use of the hardtop locks. There are two also "fingers," each about one inch wide and 1/4 inch deep that slip under the edge of the cabrio top cover on each half. Each half has a Velcro strap, towards the center, that pulls it down against the rollbar. The two halves are connected by a U-shaped channel, about 10" long, that is bolted to the left half and has notches for studs on the right half. XD3 Rain Sensor[Description to come] [Need photo!] XD9 Painted RimsRims painted in the exterior color. [Need photo!] XE3 Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror[Description to come] [Need photo!] XLA Exhaust pipeBoxster optics, larger cross section, chrome oval pipe in the middle. XME Painted Rear Center Console[Description to come] [Need photo!] XMF Leather Front Center Console[Description to come] [Need photo!] XMJ Carbon Fiber Rear Center Console[Description to come] [Need photo!] XMK Painted Roll BarRoll Bar painted in the exterior color. XMR Leather SunvisorsIn color of interior. [Need photo!] XMU Mahogany/Aluminum/Leather Gear Shift Knob and Hand Brake GripLeather in color of car interior. XMW Mahogany/Aluminum/Leather Tiptronic Shifter and Hand Brake Grip[Description to come] [Need photo!] XMY Arctic Silver Painted Roll Bar[Description to come] XMZ Leather Rear Center Console[Description to come] [Need photo!] XNG Lower Part of Instrument Panel Covered with LeatherLeather in color of car interior. [Need photo!] XNJ Leather Speaker Covers[Description to come] [Need photo!] XNN Leather Center Air Vents[Description to come] [Need photo!] XNS Leather Steering ColumnIn color of interior. [Need photo!] XNT Mahogany/Leather Four-Spoke Airbag Steering WheelLeather in color of car interior. XRA 17" Sport Classic Wheels and Tires[Description to come] XRB 18" Sport Classic Wheels and Tires[Description to come] XRH 17" Dyno Wheels and Tires[Description to come] XRL 18" Sport Design Rad Wheels and Tires10-spoke. [Need photo!] XSA Painted Seat BacksIn color of exterior. [Need photo!] XSC Embossed HeadrestsEmbossed with Porsche crests. [Need photo!] XSD Leather Seat Adjustment KnobsIn color of interior. [Need photo!] XTC Leather and Silver Door InteriorLeather in color of interior. [Need photo!] XTG Leather Panels by DoorIn color of interior. [Need photo!] XX2 Footwell Lighting[Description to come] [Need photo!] Y03 Carbon/Leather Gear Shift Knob and Hand Brake GripLeather in color of car interior. Y06 Aluminum/Leather Gear Shift Knob and Hand Brake GripLeather in color of car interior. Y23 Aluminum/Leather Tiptronic Shifter and Hand Brake GripLeather in color of car interior. [Need photo!] Y24 Carbon Fiber Tiptronic Shifter and Hand Brake Grip[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z100 Deviating Carpet Color[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z102 Deviating Seatbelt Color[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z103 Deviating Seat Stitching Color[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z104 Boxster Red or Nephrite Green Leather Seats[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z105 Deviating Leather Seat Color[Description to come] [Need photo!] Z106 Deviating Door Panel Stitching Color[Description to come] [Need photo!] |
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