Short Shifter

[pmartin]

Has anyone specified a short shifter on their 997 C2S? I didn't but have found out that I can have it retro fitted at the dealers. Is it worth doing?

[jjr1]

I didn't get it but have recently driven a C2S with one and I loved it. The sales guys were saying it can be awkward when cold to engage 1st but I could happily put up with that as it really enhances the experience.

[fieldl]

Fully intend on having it retrofitted to my 996 C4S soon

[sidicks]

jjr1 said:

I didn't get it but have recently driven a C2S with one and I loved it. The sales guys were saying it can be awkward when cold to engage 1st but I could happily put up with that as it really enhances the experience.

I have it on my 997 C4S and love it - absolutely no problems shifting into 1st when cold!

Sidicks

[fieldl]

Well I had it retrofitted on Tuesday this week.
Why is this not standard ?????

My last car was a Honda S2000 which had a great gearchange and getting in the C4S it didn't compare. The standard shift is not much different to my old BMW.

However the short shift fixes that. It is FANTASTIC.
A great mod, should have been standard. No problems with gear selection when cold either.

[barry_j]

I've got one on my 996tt - so much better than the standard shift. I've never had problems with stiffness when cold

[lambojim]

I'm having this on my 997 turbo as I've heard it's awesome - it's funny, although the Tip is being marketed as being faster, in the real world, the manual will be the one to have.

[JEBLondon]

fieldl said:

Well I had it retrofitted on Tuesday this week.
Why is this not standard ?????

My last car was a Honda S2000 which had a great gearchange and getting in the C4S it didn't compare. The standard shift is not much different to my old BMW.

However the short shift fixes that. It is FANTASTIC.
A great mod, should have been standard. No problems with gear selection when cold either.

fieldl - If you don't mind me asking...

I'm about to book my 997C2S in to get a PSE fitted. Whilst its there I'm also likely to have the shortshift fitted. Could you let me know what the total cost was? Thanks.

[magic torch]

Think I'll have to get mine looked at, I hate it.

The shift was the only thing I liked about my old S2000, my C2 is nothing like that though.

[mr_jolly]

Howdy - yes I have this on my 997C2S and whilst it is a little 'notchy' into 1st when the gearbox is cold I happily live with it as the feel when warm is very good (better than a Mk1 GT3 and I wondered at the time if that would be bettered). Enjoy, mr_j

[fieldl]

The short shift kit is £237.50 for the official Porsche part. You can get them aftermarket cheaper.
Labour is trickier as I also had rear parking sensors fitted and an oil/filter change done at the same time. I'd guess at a few hours ?

All done by Sports and Classic

[Pugsey]

Feels and works much better than the standard shift on 997S IMO. Really suits the car. Difficult from cold?! - don't make me laugh - try an AMV8. Now that's what I call difficult!! Go for it.

[steve rance]

Tried a few on GT3's. On the circuit they are generally not as good as the standard shifter.

[sportsandclassic]

Hi there

it is the best upgrade you can make to any car it feels better,tighter and more precise when changing gear feels like a performance car should .....

have dony many now on 996tt and also a C4s who ahs just posted above thanks lee!!

Have driven a 997 with short shift and it is brilliant..

JUST GET IT!! (you wont regret it.)

mike

[911fan]

This sports shifter thread has cuaght my imagination. I prev did not intend to touch my 997S with and after-market things, for fear of residual value, warranty etc. How would it affect both please?

[sundiver]

You can buy a Porsche one - there are no warranty or residual issues. In any event for the latter it's entirely switchable - keep the original and revert back if you want to.

[baron bashoneov]

I choose the short shift option
on my c2S.
it is fantastic, it should be standard.
also consider the -20mm suspension at no
extra cost - this IMO is another must have.

Sports exhaust is well worth the money

Baron.

[dozer996]

I'm sure I have read a thread on here that the aftermarket version is not only cheaper but better quality (nylon V metal?). Not sure but just a recollection!!

Edited by dozer996 on Monday 4th September 16:32

[barry_j]

dozer996 said:

Iim sure I have read a thread on here that the aftermarket version is not only cheaper but better quality (nylon V metal?). Not sure but just a recollection!!

True - I have the Schnell one and comparing it with the original one that came out, it uses metal where the original used plastic in certain places.

[CatherineJ]

I have the Porsche one fitted on my 6spd Boxster. Compared to the standard 5spd it is leagues ahead.