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AtlantaBoxster · 11-03-2005, 07:07 AM

I was wondering if anyone had installed rear sound system components in their Boxster. What were the issues? I have the basic system now in a 2001 Boxster (6 disc changer) and would like to upgrade.

Thanks for the feedback.

TriGem2k · 11-03-2005, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by AtlantaBoxster

I was wondering if anyone had installed rear sound system components in their Boxster. What were the issues? I have the basic system now in a 2001 Boxster (6 disc changer) and would like to upgrade.

Thanks for the feedback.

I have rear speaker kit that came stock with my car, I just recently upgraded the entire system. Focal 5ws 5" subs in the doors. 2 way componets in the dash, and upgraded the 3.5" rears as well. I would have to say the rear speakers do make a big difference in sound. I would highly recommend them.

11-03-2005, 02:45 PM

have original rear speakers on my S and didn't have in my previous box and the sound is most definitely better, had a look the other day while washing the rear storage box, there is just a cable connected behind the seats and the two speakers sits in this storage compartment, should be easy to upgrade, maybe even cheaply if you can find second hand part

TOM986 · 11-03-2005, 03:16 PM

I had rear speakers installed on my Hi Fi option MOST system(03). They really added alot over the HI FI system. The speakers and wiring ect. were about $200 and I had them install for about $150, I think.
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larez2 · 11-03-2005, 03:49 PM

The speakers that come with the basic system are worth upgrading as well and are fairly easy to DIY:

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=6617

I did it last weekend, it makes a huge difference.

HTH,
Larez2

AtlantaBoxster · 11-04-2005, 11:04 AM

Thanks for the feedback. I have looked at the car and currently do not have speakers in the back. Is there any additional equipment I need to get to install speakers in the back. I am looking forward to upgrading the system. The front mount speakers that came stock are weak and underperform. It is interesting that someone would get a six disc changer and not opt in for a better speaker system.

Thanks again for the feedback.