Boxster 2.9 to 997 Turbo - Notes log
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Thanks for the offers of assistance with the PCM.
Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Edited by Carl_Docklands on Thursday 3rd January 22:34
Lordglenmorangie said:
Burnham said:
Carl_Docklands said:
Burnham said:
I really Iike those wheels. Where they a factory option?
Yes, they are factory fit centre-lock wheels.
The standard polished ones are not my favorite, thats for sure!How much of a premium are the snazzy centrelock option wheels?
Burnham said:
Ah! In my opinion of course, its all a matter of taste The standard polished ones are not my favorite, thats for sure!
How much of a premium are the snazzy centrelock option wheels?
I nearly "downgraded" the centrelocks on my S to the standard polished wheels when I ordered it in '10. My dealer talked me out of it in the end and I'm glad he did. I still like the polished ones on the .2 cars but not the older .1 as much. The standard polished ones are not my favorite, thats for sure!How much of a premium are the snazzy centrelock option wheels?
The 997.2 cars look very tasty in white I must say.
Burnham said:
Carl_Docklands said:
Burnham said:
I really Iike those wheels. Where they a factory option?
Yes, they are factory fit centre-lock wheels.SS7
Carl_Docklands said:
Over 24 hours on from picking up the new car and I have been able to sample some of the Turbo's talents.
Here are some scratch notes on going from a sports car to a GT.
The Turbo's turning circle is much more limited than the Boxster, i noticed this the moment I pulled out of the car park to do a hard left.
No problems getting in and out of Tesco car park ramps, car just about fits through road width restrictors.
Car is fun to drive at legal speeds. Took the car down my favourite stretch of road around Sevenoaks last night. No need to drive quicker than the Boxster to get the fun factor.
The brakes, my word the brakes. I thought the Boxsters standard stoppers were good but these are on a different level. That said, they are grabby and nowhere near as progressive as the Boxsters. Will take some getting used to. Not having to clean the wheels once a week will not.
MPG gauge on the Turbo reads 25MPG average, do not know when it was last reset. Fuel gauge does drop visually under heavy right foot but so did the Boxsters.
PDK box is smoother, down to the adjusted ratios and massive increase in torque. Nowhere near the 991's version of PDK but it feels a more natural choice here than in the 2.9.
Car emits a weird clicking sound from the rear left hand side when cold.
Noise signature between the cars is worlds apart. I would not say that the Turbo is a disappointment like some have written just, different. Horses for courses, it depends what floats your boat.
Suspension is not happy over cobble stones. Not happy at all. Setup is more pleasing at other times though, I would say that it was halfway between the Boxsters comfort and sport setups.
Bucket seats, read they were uncomfortable, was worried. I call BS on this, yes getting in and out can be a major hassle depending on your build, once in them they trump the sports seats. Took a view from my dad who has severe arthritis - who said they were perfect.
Rear space (with seats folded down) gives the car an added versatility over the Boxster. The front boot is not as bad as on the 996, Boxster trumps it with a huge front boot and decent space at rear. Turbo also has the option of a roof box for family trips.
Steering feel. The Boxsters feel remains peerless although, the smoother GT feel from the Turbo is welcome on the motorway.
Bluetooth pairing on the PCM does not work with my Iphone 4S, need to investigate.
Armourfend, it is visible but have decided to leave it on for this winter at least.
Tyres fitted are Bridgestone Potenzas. Boxster had PS2s, need to do some digging to confirm differences.
The sunroof was in use today, very useful when you have kids and can't take the windows down without screams from the back.
Most cars you have behind you become small dots.
The dynamic cornering lights are a massive upgrade from the non-xenons on the Boxster. Still need to use full beam down country lanes though.
The sport design steering wheel is thinner than the carbon fibre PDK wheel, it could do with being just a touch thicker. No volume control on the wheel is a pain.
Whale tail makes it look like a GTx car from drivers seat.
what road in sevenoaks was it? i live just outside sevenoaks so would like to find this road if i haven't already!Here are some scratch notes on going from a sports car to a GT.
The Turbo's turning circle is much more limited than the Boxster, i noticed this the moment I pulled out of the car park to do a hard left.
No problems getting in and out of Tesco car park ramps, car just about fits through road width restrictors.
Car is fun to drive at legal speeds. Took the car down my favourite stretch of road around Sevenoaks last night. No need to drive quicker than the Boxster to get the fun factor.
The brakes, my word the brakes. I thought the Boxsters standard stoppers were good but these are on a different level. That said, they are grabby and nowhere near as progressive as the Boxsters. Will take some getting used to. Not having to clean the wheels once a week will not.
MPG gauge on the Turbo reads 25MPG average, do not know when it was last reset. Fuel gauge does drop visually under heavy right foot but so did the Boxsters.
PDK box is smoother, down to the adjusted ratios and massive increase in torque. Nowhere near the 991's version of PDK but it feels a more natural choice here than in the 2.9.
Car emits a weird clicking sound from the rear left hand side when cold.
Noise signature between the cars is worlds apart. I would not say that the Turbo is a disappointment like some have written just, different. Horses for courses, it depends what floats your boat.
Suspension is not happy over cobble stones. Not happy at all. Setup is more pleasing at other times though, I would say that it was halfway between the Boxsters comfort and sport setups.
Bucket seats, read they were uncomfortable, was worried. I call BS on this, yes getting in and out can be a major hassle depending on your build, once in them they trump the sports seats. Took a view from my dad who has severe arthritis - who said they were perfect.
Rear space (with seats folded down) gives the car an added versatility over the Boxster. The front boot is not as bad as on the 996, Boxster trumps it with a huge front boot and decent space at rear. Turbo also has the option of a roof box for family trips.
Steering feel. The Boxsters feel remains peerless although, the smoother GT feel from the Turbo is welcome on the motorway.
Bluetooth pairing on the PCM does not work with my Iphone 4S, need to investigate.
Armourfend, it is visible but have decided to leave it on for this winter at least.
Tyres fitted are Bridgestone Potenzas. Boxster had PS2s, need to do some digging to confirm differences.
The sunroof was in use today, very useful when you have kids and can't take the windows down without screams from the back.
Most cars you have behind you become small dots.
The dynamic cornering lights are a massive upgrade from the non-xenons on the Boxster. Still need to use full beam down country lanes though.
The sport design steering wheel is thinner than the carbon fibre PDK wheel, it could do with being just a touch thicker. No volume control on the wheel is a pain.
Whale tail makes it look like a GTx car from drivers seat.
Edited by Carl_Docklands on Sunday 18th November 16:44
Carl_Docklands said:
Thanks for the offers of assistance with the PCM.
Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Can you get it to work if the dealer turns the SAP off and turns on the bluetooth prep? This was the system is just the basic bluetooth headset arranegment. The main difference is you can send and receive SMSs then through the PCM.Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Edited by Carl_Docklands on Thursday 3rd January 22:34
drpep said:
Carl_Docklands said:
Dammit- you've got me looking at Turbos now. May I ask, do you find the power delivery at all laggy with respect to the turbo spool-up?
NBTBRV8 said:
Carl_Docklands said:
Thanks for the offers of assistance with the PCM.
Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Can you get it to work if the dealer turns the SAP off and turns on the bluetooth prep? This was the system is just the basic bluetooth headset arranegment. The main difference is you can send and receive SMSs then through the PCM.Having read up a little more it seems that the problem with the PCM is in relation to the SIM card option. If this SIM slot option is present on the PCM, the handset will need to be "SIM Access Profile" compatible.
Apple use a different standard to "SIM Access Profile" and thus, the Iphone is not compatible with PCM systems fitted with this option.
As Steve suggested, as a workaround I might just buy a SIM card, copy my phonebook over to it and keep it plugged in.
Edited by Carl_Docklands on Thursday 3rd January 22:34
Burnham said:
Lordglenmorangie said:
Burnham said:
Carl_Docklands said:
Burnham said:
I really Iike those wheels. Where they a factory option?
Yes, they are factory fit centre-lock wheels. The standard polished ones are not my favorite, thats for sure!How much of a premium are the snazzy centrelock option wheels?
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