Change out center console
08-02-2005, 05:32 PM
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Change out center console
Has anyone changed out the center console? How difficult was it? I've been thinking of getting a seal grey or carbon fiber center console for my 996. What does everyone think, seal grey or carbon fiber (obviously alot more expensive)? I already have a CF shifter.
08-02-2005, 05:37 PM
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As Neil said, very simple. Just a pain since there are SOOOOOO many torx screws to remove not to mention the hidden ones. I have changed mine out 5 or 6 times (painted console, SSK, rear hinge replacement, left a tool in there,) and of course I didn't do them all at once.
08-02-2005, 05:58 PM
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Neighbor, we're having a special on CF center consoles...not sure if you saw our ad? I have a Seal Gray center console, but if you already have a CF shifter I would go with the CF console to match it. It's not much more expensive to get a CF one...I think a painted one runs around $700 and our special is $920 for a CF one.
It's also easy to remove and replace. You just need to right torque screwdriver.
It's also easy to remove and replace. You just need to right torque screwdriver.
08-02-2005, 06:40 PM
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I just bought a new console in GT3 Silver, which is an exact match for the silver on the CF shifter & handbrake, as well as the silver horseshoe @the base of the leather shifter shroud. It definitely brightened up my Graphite Grey interior.
08-02-2005, 06:49 PM
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Thanks everyone! Kirby, I did see the sale, that's what got my noodle working again, thanks. Any chance of squeeks and rattles produced from the change? Xcessive Motorsports sells the painted ones for around $350, but I don't know anything about their quality. I probably make a change soon. Thanks for all the help. Any pictures?
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08-02-2005, 06:57 PM
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nope usually no squeaks and rattles. make sure if you get a painted one that it's done right. I've seen some really bad paint jobs...but also, some really good ones. Becareful...you usually get what you pay for.
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Originally Posted by Neighbor
Has anyone changed out the center console? How difficult was it? I've been thinking of getting a seal grey or carbon fiber center console for my 996. What does everyone think, seal grey or carbon fiber (obviously alot more expensive)? I already have a CF shifter.
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08-02-2005, 09:49 PM
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We've been painting consoles and other interior parts for a very long time. We stock the 996/Boxster consoles in most colors, ready to ship, with full instructions for self-install and easy core swap.
And we've recently reduced the price on the painted consoles as well.
And we've recently reduced the price on the painted consoles as well.
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08-02-2005, 11:43 PM
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Man, you guys are the best!!! Doesn't look that complicated. Eric, what's your price without the trade out? I'm thinking of keeping the original just in case.