Porsche's 20-year-old models now get modern infotainment units

The new infotainment units are offered on the 997 Porsche 911, Cayman & 987 Boxster, built between 2005 - 2008. It is also offered on the first-generation Porsche Cayenne, built from 2003 - 2008.

Customers of mid-2000s Porsche cars will soon get to replace their car's original 2 DIN Porsche Communication Management unit with a modern infotainment unit, complete with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay.

The German car brand has launched a new Porsche Classic Communication Management Plus (PCCM Plus) unit - a retrofit touchscreen head unit, with most of the modern functionalities. The new PCCM Plus unit is said to be a direct drop-in replacement for the old system. Also, being a factory replacement, the new units have been designed to have a perfect fit and finish, matching the original interiors of the vehicle. Porsche also says that the screens will have a fascia which suits the relevant model and blends seamlessly into the vehicle's existing dashboard.

In terms of the functionalities on offer, the unit comes with navigation, smartphone mirroring and playing media via USB sticks & Bluetooth. The unit also gets a trip computer displaying the relevant driving data, along with being able to store climate control and windscreen wiper settings, depending on the vehicle.

Reports state for the first time, Porsche is said to be offering units specifically for different markets around the world. Markets like USA & Canada will also get a version which supports SiriusXM satellite radio. The new PCCM Plus units are said to cost around US$ 1,476 and can be ordered through the company's dealerships. Porsche recommends getting the device fitted at its own dealerships or any accredited Porsche Classic Partner.

Currently, the new infotainment units are offered on the 997 Porsche 911, Cayman & 987 Boxster, built between 2005 - 2008. It is also offered on the first-generation Porsche Cayenne, built from 2003 - 2008.

Source: TheDrive