What new options MUST I have on a 2007?

[denverpete]

I think SD987 pretty much nailed it.

I completely disagree with rickhuizinga, the windstop is a must.

I'd skip the short shifter. You can pick one up for 1/2 the price afterwards and install it yourself. Then, if you don't like it - you can at least convert it back.

Floormats are a cheap aftermarket thingee.

Unfortunately, as with most Porsche things - it's really about you Man! Personally I think paying for Porsche Crests in the headrest is stupid (they don't LOOK stupid - I just don't want to pay for it). But I also think that's what's so cool about buying a new Porsche - make it yours.

I've always thought the rollbar and/or interior hard surfaces in the exterior color was HOT!

[z12358]

For me, the most noticable and most important "option" would be the 3.4L engine in the 07 S. In my opinion that brings the 987 S dangerously close to the 997. The price comparison to the 997 cabriolet or to the non-convertible Cayman makes the Boxster S a steal. If, as you say, things that you touch/feel daily are the ones worth having, then you would definitely have something to feel in the larger engine every time you drive it. I'd pick bare-bones S over a tricked out base any day.

Also, you get the 18" S wheels standard, and if you are into performance, a non-PASM S would outperform a PASM equipped base anytime. So unless you plan to track it, PASM is not neccesary. (Again, IMHO).

Windstop (works, and especially important if you plan to have a lady next to you -- issues with hair, etc.) and heated seats (as mentioned previously, extended top-down season, and a lady would appreciate it a lot) are a must. Beyond that it's all a matter of personal choice -- it actually ALL is.

[drburton]

MUST Have:

- Bose system (other audio options are bad, even the Bose is marginal but necessary with the top down)

- Windstop - get it

- Heated Seats - you'll use these more than you would expect

- Xenon - think we all agree on this

NICE to Have:

- 19" Wheels, I have the Boxster S 18", but wish I had upgraded, the 19" look great

- Colored gauges, I went with white gauges, i think this is a nice touch

NOT recommended:

- PASM - not necessary and is too spendy

- Sport Shifter - not necessary, standard is fine

[SD987]

For some reason I could not get the windstop without the Bose on the porsche "build your won car" sight.

I saw that too. Just a current glitch with the configurator while they finish pushing out the 07 specifications.

19" Wheels, I have the Boxster S 18", but wish I had upgraded, the 19" look great

DrBurton, I don't think you're missing out. Aesthetics aside, I'm not entirely convinced my box wouldn't run better on the 18s.

Colored gauges, I went with white gauges, i think this is a nice touch

For practical application, I actually found the white type on black face on the base model to work better than the grey gauges on the S.

PASM - not necessary and is too spendy

I'd agree with the not necessary part. Maxhouse, truth be told, I think you may want to reevaluate your sport package option. $2680 is alot of money that could be used elsewhere and I think you're going to find the practical value to be less than you'd hoped for. I don't track the car, but still drive "agressively" and after a few test runs, I rarely use PASM. I also rarely use 6th gear and that's with living in SoCal's freeway paradise.

Regarding your other post, the 0-60 numbers require only the 1-2 shift with both trannys. Third gear in the 5-speed will put you in the 90+ mph range. The 6 speed should make the car feel more "torquey", but I'd doubt that the translation to performance numbers is significant. We're also talking about a limited amount of torque to access. I'd actually say that at $2680, that sport package is some of the least bang for the buck, but I'm sure others will disagree. You may also want to note that the sport package is one of the rarest options you'll find on a 987 base, which might be indicative of something.

[70Sixter]

The other posts are more articulate than I'll be, But....

I vote for heated seats. Even in southeastern NC.

I got Bose, but only because it was on the car. Others say it is needed. The best audio comes in starting at about 4000 rpm.

Same case with xenons, but I don't drive at nite often. Nice when I use them.

Don't know if cruise control is still optional, but I had to have it. Helps keep you under your personal speed limit on Interstates.

I probably woulda bought the base Box had the 6 speed been available in 04. With power increases I think you are fine. Still, I love the S brakes.

Go for the options that are hard to add later like rain sensor. As has been said, you can add short shifter later if you feel it is necessary.

You'll want bumper plugs later also. (My dealer thru 'em in.) And the Red Clip.