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Jun 21, 2005 | 09:32 PM

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synergy

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I think they also added MP3 CD compatibility in the 06 997 models....still no sat radio - unbelievable!!! :-(

Jun 21, 2005 | 10:16 PM

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Maryle8802

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Originally Posted by MMD

Shoot a phone call right back to your sales guy! TPMS *IS* available: I have it on my order (USA 997S, "July-build").

Do you know the cost of the "TPSM" adder?

Jun 21, 2005 | 11:10 PM

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merbesfield

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I wish we could find out what if any other options may be available b/c i just ordered my car and it is set to be build before the end of June so I only have a couple of days to make any changes if any.

Aug 7, 2005 | 09:47 AM

#19

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'Smart' front passenger airbag that automatically disables when occupied by a child is now standard on '06 997 and 987 cars. The warning light is on the rear center console in both models, next to parking brake. This is a welcomed feature for owners like me who have children.

YoungTurk
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Aug 7, 2005 | 01:45 PM

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cannga

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TPMS *is* available in the US. My 06 car, coming any time now, has that option. It's about $900.

Also, I believe "keyless entry" or something like that (the feature that allows you to enter car without key by the car detecting code in your key fob remotely--somebody corrects me if I am wrong) is now available. I wish I had known about this one when I ordered.

Aug 7, 2005 | 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Bigwave

tell me about the bi-color int. I have a cab s on order. black with nat brown int. Is the dash on a bi color black????

Bigwave - the USA Porsche site has been updated in the last week or so. In the general overview of the 911 they show the bi-color interior in a light gray & dark gray combo, as well as a dark brown & sand beige combo. The car configuration has also been updated and it shows the bi-color interior combination in Terracotta and Black.

Aug 7, 2005 | 05:11 PM

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Bigwave

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thanks gota911. It's a little to late for me now my car is arriving at the deal tomorrow or the next. I went with the natural brown in a black car black top. I can not wait to see it.

Aug 7, 2005 | 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cannga

TPMS *is* available in the US. My 06 car, coming any time now, has that option. It's about $900.

It seems like we are getting ripped of in the US. This option is only $670 (540 Euros) in Europe.

Michael

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Aug 7, 2005 | 08:06 PM

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<It seems like we are getting ripped of in the US. This option is only $670 (540 Euros) in Europe.>

it came in at $ 590 USD on my '06 order.

Aug 7, 2005 | 11:04 PM

#25

996toomey

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What is TPMS?

Thanks.

Aug 8, 2005 | 04:02 AM

#26

boolala

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Whereas RMS stands for the infamous rear main seal leak, TPMS stands for the total Porsche main seal leak.

Just kidding.

It's Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

Aug 8, 2005 | 03:40 PM

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NoSubEDU

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Weight-sensing passenger airbag and the NAV disc came with the car. My dealer said both were "new".

Aug 20, 2005 | 02:47 PM

#28

rebe1

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Have you seen the Canadian order guide? Talk about a rip off... 20% markup on the 997 and the 997S. I would be buying a new 997 in Canada if the prices were somewhat reflective of currency exchange, but now I'm looking in the US for the car.

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Originally Posted by Michael1

It seems like we are getting ripped of in the US. This option is only $670 (540 Euros) in Europe.

Michael

Aug 20, 2005 | 05:14 PM

#29

930man

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not many changes but did anyone beleive there would be?

Aug 20, 2005 | 06:40 PM

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In May 2005 - forward build 997's (and of course 2006 models), the slot-loading CD player in the PCM now plays MP3 CD's, which can be recorded directly from iTunes. I can now fit 151 songs on one CD. Playing them in random order is almost like having a direct interface for your iPod!

YoungTurk
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