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There are lots of pics but it is really hard to determine from the photos how nice the full leather is. I did not get the full leather but only because it was rejected from my order, I was a day too late. I have heard others here say that it is a must. I really like the leather console better than the plastic look, but I guess I will have to get use to it. I would go for the leather if I were you.
Hi Tony - mine's a Jan build for 1 March delivery!
I guess it depends what you want from the car. If you value comfort and looks, consider the full leather interior and maybe one of the styles of 19's.
If you're going to track it, or drive hard a lot of the time, the sports seats would be well worth having. There are various threads debating the merits of PASM and Sport Chrono too. Again if you're tracking it you may well consider these.
Best thing to do is go and test drive one, preferably with some of the options you're considering. I went out in one with 19' Sport Designs, PASM & Sport Chrono. I'd love to have a go ina car on 18's but I imagine there aren't too many of these about.
Good luck with your choices. You're unlikely to be disappointed whatever you choose...
PASM - Porsche Active Suspension Management
This active damping system offers continuous adjustment of individual damping forces based on current road conditions and driving style.
The driver can choose from two setup modes, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’, using a separate ‘damper’ button on the center console. ‘Normal’ mode is designed for general road driving and circuits with uneven tarmac. ‘Sport’ mode is intended for smoother track surfaces, where the harder settings help eliminate pitch and roll.
In either mode, PASM continuously evaluates the current conditions while automatically selecting the corresponding damper rates from the respective set of mapped values.
A range of sensors are used to monitor the movement of the body under acceleration, braking and cornering maneuvers, as well as on poor road surfaces. The PASM control unit then evaluates this data and modifies the damping force on each individual wheel in accordance with the selected mode. The result is a significant reduction in body movement as well as a better grip on the road.
For example: if ‘Sport’ mode is selected, the suspension is automatically set to a harder damper rating. If the quality of the track surface falls below a certain threshold, the system immediately changes to a softer rating within the ‘Sport’ setup range. When the quality of the tarmac improves once more, PASM automatically returns to the original, harder rating.
Need more information about PASM? Click this link: FAQ for PASM
Sport Chrono and Chrono Plus
This optional package is a valuable addition for trackday use. Available in conjunction with the CDR-24 CD radio, it includes a swivel-mounted analog and digital timer unit which is centrally located on the dashboard. All functions are easily accessible via the control stalk for the on-board computer. Analog dials measure hours, minutes and seconds, while a separate digital field displays whole seconds, tenths and one hundredths of a second. A second digital display runs in parallel in the instrument cluster. Click this Link to visit the FAQ entry for Sport Chrono.
Full leather is definitely nice, but not a neccessity. It does make the interior look more upscale. With it you get full leather on the dashboard, more leather on the doors,leather for the two side panels of the center column, gauge cover is leather, and the seats are all leather......backs included. If you order full leather they give you a discount on the sports seats....they are $400 instead of $7xx something.
If youare spending the moneyon PCM.......you might as well get the steering wheel with radio/pcm controls.....to me that's one of the main reason to get PCM in the first place.
If you're so inclined check out the sport shifter if possible.......very nice option, would have got it on mine except my order had locked. It can be retroed though.
Those are the main items I would look at. Good luck with it!
You have a very similar spec' to my car. I think the only differences are that I've gone for the auto-changer,multi-function steering wheel, wheel centre set, sports seats and telephone module but no xenon's.
I test-drove a similar spec' car at the weekend (Stratstone - Wilmslow) and it was excellent!. Having seen Tiff's review on Fifth Gear on Monday I'm not fretting about not having ordered PASM, 19' wheels etc. as I won't be thrashing mine around a track.
I was, actually, quite surprised that the standard ride on 18' wheels was not as hard as I thought and it handled the wet conditions I drove it in with ease. My car is a January build with 1st March delivery and I'm looking forward to that date very much [img]/fckeditor/editor/images/smiley/MWPX/drive.gif[/img]
Hope you enjoy yours when it arrives!!
PASM - Porsche Active Suspension Management
This active damping system offers continuous adjustment of individual damping forces based on current road conditions and driving style.
The driver can choose from two setup modes, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’, using a separate ‘damper’ button on the center console. ‘Normal’ mode is designed for general road driving and circuits with uneven tarmac. ‘Sport’ mode is intended for smoother track surfaces, where the harder settings help eliminate pitch and roll.
In either mode, PASM continuously evaluates the current conditions while automatically selecting the corresponding damper rates from the respective set of mapped values.
A range of sensors are used to monitor the movement of the body under acceleration, braking and cornering maneuvers, as well as on poor road surfaces. The PASM control unit then evaluates this data and modifies the damping force on each individual wheel in accordance with the selected mode. The result is a significant reduction in body movement as well as a better grip on the road.
For example: if ‘Sport’ mode is selected, the suspension is automatically set to a harder damper rating. If the quality of the track surface falls below a certain threshold, the system immediately changes to a softer rating within the ‘Sport’ setup range. When the quality of the tarmac improves once more, PASM automatically returns to the original, harder rating.
Need more information about PASM? Click this link: FAQ for PASM
DW, so you drove the Cobalt blue one? I took out the silver with 19 and PASM and that was nice too. Regardless of what Tiff said, there is a difference and the ride is very harsh with the PASM on Sport.
Jack
PASM - Porsche Active Suspension Management
This active damping system offers continuous adjustment of individual damping forces based on current road conditions and driving style.
The driver can choose from two setup modes, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’, using a separate ‘damper’ button on the center console. ‘Normal’ mode is designed for general road driving and circuits with uneven tarmac. ‘Sport’ mode is intended for smoother track surfaces, where the harder settings help eliminate pitch and roll.
In either mode, PASM continuously evaluates the current conditions while automatically selecting the corresponding damper rates from the respective set of mapped values.
A range of sensors are used to monitor the movement of the body under acceleration, braking and cornering maneuvers, as well as on poor road surfaces. The PASM control unit then evaluates this data and modifies the damping force on each individual wheel in accordance with the selected mode. The result is a significant reduction in body movement as well as a better grip on the road.
For example: if ‘Sport’ mode is selected, the suspension is automatically set to a harder damper rating. If the quality of the track surface falls below a certain threshold, the system immediately changes to a softer rating within the ‘Sport’ setup range. When the quality of the tarmac improves once more, PASM automatically returns to the original, harder rating.
Need more information about PASM? Click this link: FAQ for PASM
I've tried them both- they are subtly different animals. Engine note is very different, there isn't all that much in it power-wise, but IMO the Cayman not only rides better but can also be pushed harder owing to its greater stiffness.
Depends on your priorities. I prefer Coupes anyway, and am lucky enough to live near some great driving roads so often enjoy a spirited drive. I'd still say the Boxster S is better VFM though... ;-)
The standard suspension is noticeably less compliant than my 997, even on 18' wheels. 19' wheels would no doubt be worse.
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Thanks for the tidbits Ken......can you elaborate on this one?Do you consider it a good or a bad thing? I ordered the same.....standard susp w 18's. Felt the best to me when driving the Boxster S......if its firmer than the Boxsterit would bejust fine for me. Thanks....
The standard suspension is noticeably less compliant than my 997, even on 18' wheels. 19' wheels would no doubt be worse.
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Thanks for the tidbits Ken......can you elaborate on this one?Do you consider it a good or a bad thing? I ordered the same.....standard susp w 18's. Felt the best to me when driving the Boxster S......if its firmer than the Boxsterit would bejust fine for me. Thanks....
From my perspective (and mine only, everyone is different) I think it is a bad thing. The standard 997 suspensionto me isan ideal compromise, firm but forgiving.
The Cayman is a little 'bouncy' on typical UK roads (which is where it will spend most of its time). I am reasonably certain that 19' wheels would aggravate that feeling but perhaps PASM on its softer setting would have suited me better.
I have never driven any kind of Boxster so can't comment on them.
PASM - Porsche Active Suspension Management
This active damping system offers continuous adjustment of individual damping forces based on current road conditions and driving style.
The driver can choose from two setup modes, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’, using a separate ‘damper’ button on the center console. ‘Normal’ mode is designed for general road driving and circuits with uneven tarmac. ‘Sport’ mode is intended for smoother track surfaces, where the harder settings help eliminate pitch and roll.
In either mode, PASM continuously evaluates the current conditions while automatically selecting the corresponding damper rates from the respective set of mapped values.
A range of sensors are used to monitor the movement of the body under acceleration, braking and cornering maneuvers, as well as on poor road surfaces. The PASM control unit then evaluates this data and modifies the damping force on each individual wheel in accordance with the selected mode. The result is a significant reduction in body movement as well as a better grip on the road.
For example: if ‘Sport’ mode is selected, the suspension is automatically set to a harder damper rating. If the quality of the track surface falls below a certain threshold, the system immediately changes to a softer rating within the ‘Sport’ setup range. When the quality of the tarmac improves once more, PASM automatically returns to the original, harder rating.
Need more information about PASM? Click this link: FAQ for PASM
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