I remember seeing a post, which detailed how to find out what the installed options are on a 997. I cannot find it. Is there a tag in the trunk with this data on it?

I'm looking at purchasing an 08 911S Cab. $60,000 with 21K miles on it.

Many thanks!

 

http://www.suncoastparts.com/category/VINDECODER.html

 

Wow, that's perfect!! Thanks so much!! and what a quick reply. I really appreciate it - your rep is going up!

 

Or if you don't want to wait for Suncoast to email you back...

http://www.autoatlanta.com/life/vin/vin.php?vin=

 

For what it's worth I ended up sending my vin # into both sites. Suncoast came back more complete and with more options listed then AutoAtlanta. AutoAtlanta kept my '73 914 running through out the '80s & 90's. My hats off to them.

 

Same here, sent to both.

Mine came back with the same options though. I admittedly didn't look over every little option code because some of them were seemingly standard equipment. (OBD 2 and air con, Yes!) But the REAL options ended up being the same.

 

Man, it just keeps getting better!

Thanks for that link. Its immediate... I really appreciated it. I'll compare both and let you know.

Any thoughts on the below?

Thanks!!
Model year: 2008

Model ID:

Engine CodeKWHPLiterCylindersModelM97.012613553,806997 COUPE S/CABRIO SM97.012803813,806997 COUPE S/CABRIO S KITX51
Transmission Code: G97.01


Options found on your vehicle.

Option CodeDescription



The following codes were found, but the description may not be accurate.

Option CodePossible DescriptionI023Silver -coloured instrument dials, instrument cluster
I026Silver-coloured instrument dials, stopwatch
I098Left-hand drive version
I130Control and indications in English lettering
I196Battery, 80 Ah
I199Battery disconnetion switch
Battery disconnection switch
I218Licence plate holder version 4
I219Differential
I267Automatically dimmable interior and door mirrors
I268Rain sensor
I270Door mirrors -flat - driver's side, electrically adjustable and heatable
I288Headlamp washer
I335Automatic seat belt, 3-point, rear
I342Seat heating system, left/right seat
I40419" Turbo-1 wheel
I424Cd compartment
I435Sports steering wheel
I437Comfort seat, left, electrically adjustable
I438Comfort seat, right, electrically adjustable
I440Antenna diversity
I454Automatic speed control
I465Rear fog light, left
I475"PASM" electronic damper control
I476Porsche Stability Management (PSM)
Porsche Stabillity Management (PSM)
I4806-speed manual transmission
I482Tire Pressure Monitoring TPM, 433 MHz
I484Version for USA
I498Deletion of model designation on rear end
I533Radio convertible-top operation omitted
I535Theft security system, 315 MHz
I537Seating position control for comfort seat, left
I551Wind deflector
I553Version for USA, Canada
I555Black seat belts
I560Advanced airbag
I567Windscreen tinted, upper part darker coloured
I571Activated charcoal filter
I573Air conditioner
I601Xenon lighting system
I607Garage door opener "Homelink", 315 MHz
I62112-V socket, passenger's side, footwell
I640Sport Chrono package plus
Sport Charono package plus
I659On-board computer
I660obd 2
I661Stricker emission-control concept
I664orvr
I665PCM2 basic module including radio
I680BOSE sound package
I685Rear seats, split
I689Preparation for CD autochanger
I912without ID plate
I937Seat covers, rear, leatherette
I946Seat covers, front, leather/leather/leatherette



We were not able to find definitions for any codes below this line.

I244
I434
I706
I760
ICUC








quote=away;3112446]Or if you don't want to wait for Suncoast to email you back...

http://www.autoatlanta.com/life/vin/vin.php?vin=[/quote]

 

here is a link I found online which lists ALL the codes and descriptions:

http://www.964uk.com/Documents/Porsc...on%20Codes.pdf

 

As I continue my search for a used 997 I came across two different steering wheels. The one with the buttons I presume is the multi-function steering wheel (controls radio and phone). Any preferences with or without the buttons? It looks busy to me, the two cars I have driven were without the buttons. I believe that the circular center wheel is the sport whereas the triangular center is standard. Thanks.

 

I really like my multifunction wheel (lower pic in your post). I too thought it would be silly in such a small car, but the more I use it the more I am glad it is there.

The up/down volume wheel on the left also has a mute function. Quite handy since finding the mute feature in the PCM can be tough when driving down the highway.

When muted the car still allows the phone to work normally as well as the nav.

good luck

 

Personally I like the fat grips at 10 and 2 on the sport wheel, plus I think the circular center looks 'cleaner' than the big triangle.

I have my right hand resting on the shifter so its a few inches to reach the volume ****. My beater has the volume controls on the wheel, and I do catch myself trying to press stuff with my thumbs .

 

I prefer the sport steering wheel with the fat grips, but I didn't let that determine which car I bought. The steering wheel can be replaced/changed as well as the multifunction setup, so don't let that determine your purchase. I ended up buying a car with the standard wheel, and I haven't missed the sport wheel at all like I thought I would.

If you have had or currently have the multifunction buttons in another car, it may take a few days to get used to them not being there, but if you've never had it, you'll never miss it.

 

I believe the standard wheel on 997.1 is the one with the triangular airbag - an option available on this steering wheel is the MF controls. If you want the thicker sport steering wheel with the round airbag look for option code XPA.