987 purchase advice needed

[hk987]

Originally Posted by JLL

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1 - I would like to have an aftermarket nav system installed in the car after purchase. Does anyone have recommendations regarding what systems are a good fit for the Boxter? I've been considering the Eclipse and Alpine models.

2 - If I go with an aftermarket stereo, is it worth getting the Bose surround upgrade? I've heard that the Bose speaker systems can be a pain to fit to aftermarket stereos (that is the case with my 350z, at least).

3 - What is the typical lead-time on a Boxter order? I heard 4 months or so for a 2008 S from a local dealer, though that seems a little long.

4 - Does anyone have any comments regarding whether or not PASM is worth the money?

Thanks very much for any help! Having a nice forum like this to go to for advice is definitely a plus for the Boxter,

JLL

2) Ive got the BOSE and its great up front but theres not enough base. the stereo is a pain, period. i got a 2" thick 6" reverse-coil subwooder behind the seat, not cocmplaining for USd300.

3) 6-8 months is what i heard, it also depends on colour. new cars are always cool, but its painful if you want to break it in properly.

4) PASM are standard in HK, its pretty good and adaptive if you have slow, bumpy roads on weekdays and then long nice freeways on the weekends. however i have heard some owners have issues in modifying springs or coilovers with the PASM. Porsche used millions on R&D, i dont see why anyone would fiddle with it.