Ordered! :)

best bang for the buck..

ooops got it backwards. :p


this is easy.... IMS upgrade.

here are the benefits.

1-I get to see how the old IMS looks -- about to die or still good. Nice to know either way.

2-Once complete when I put the key in the ignition something pretty cool will happen: the engine fires up.

3- When I'm driving along on a beautiful day with the top down guess what I'm not thinking about: the IMS.

4- When I change the oil guess what I dont' find in the filter or oil: the old IMS.

5- When I take the car to an autox or DE guess what I'm concentrating on: the next gate and not the IMS.

6- When I do my budget for next month guess what is not factored in it: a new engine.

7-If I decide to sell my car, which I probably won't, I can add this to the ad:
LN IMS installed with new clutch and upgraded RMS. Do all the other Boxsters and Carreras you are considering offer this?

"buyer: hmm...what's an IMS?"


I wouldn't upgrade a thing until you address this very controversial issue.
No other upgrade I've done, and there are many, can provide as much enjoyment as all of the above.
#2 on my list would be PORSCHE decals for the door. Great mod for $80.
#3 would be side skirting, gives it lowered look without the expense.
#4 18" Carrera wheels and good rubber RE-11 B'stones. big ticket item granted.

porsche boxster short shifter | eBay
i got the one from topspeed.
i don't know what the 250-300$ short shift dose better, but this one works just great

Well I'll be damned! Thank you! Ordered;)

9x7 shift console, a must-get for any 9x6...

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Hmmm, this short shifter is something I might consider. How much do you guys think a shop will charge me for the install? Which one did you guys order from Ebay?

Bought mine at dealer $35.00 each 99663104401, 99663104301

I need to do some research on this whole IMS stuff. I see many threads, but haven't done my research on the problem.

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That guy ordered from Topspeed. I have no experience with tinkering with the stick shift but I figure it shouldn't be so hard to DIY.

Eyes? WOAH! She does have those!! :eek:

I bought all the mods in my signature for less than $260 each. Installing all of them this month.

I think u should buy one of what everybody suggested. Just kidding. One of the first things I bought was the IMS guardian to give some warning of IMS failure.
Are you confused yet? What is most important to u?

I still think that Sumflow has the best mod...although the mod will end up costing more than the car.

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I actually think the IMS upgrade is a bargain price considering the eningeering and thought that came entirely from the aftermarket, no assistance whatsoever from Porsche for a critical engine element.
Whatever 986 or 996, actually any upgradeable m96 engined car I would consider buying, I'd add $1800 right on top of the purchase price for the IMS upgrade.
Like immediately doing doing the timing belt for a high mileage used car. Chances are you wont' have a problem if you don't upgrade, but $1800 is not that high a price and it's a functional expense in that you still get a new clutch out of it which will last you 100k miles or more.

Not at all; quite the contrary. The back of my boxster is barren and thought a decal reminiscent of the 1980s porsches suits it rather nicely. Funnily enough, it never is exposed as I rarely drive faster than 75mph. Boxster is not really a car to rub in when it comes to performance by serious car enthusiasts ... Often touted as a hairdresser's car. All look, no power :ah: but a very fun ride with one of a kind personality, especially with the top down!:)