Porsche introduced two aftermarket touchscreen infotainment systems for some classic sports cars.
For many people, the worst part about owning a classic Porsche is the outdated cabin technology, especially if they’ve thrown out all their old mix tapes. To give them an option that lets them stream their favorite podcast while staying true to the cabin’s austere aesthetics, the luxury German automotive manufacturer introduced two aftermarket options that brings some early generation sports cars into the 21st century.
Porsche Classic Communication Management is a branded infotainment system designed to fit seamlessly in the dashboard of some 911 and Boxters. The new head unit features SiriuxXM (subscription required), navigation with 2D and 3D views, and a 3.5-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay capability.
The Porsche Classic Communication Management electronics system.
In addition to HD radio, other audio options include SD cards, USB, Aux, and Bluetooth Audio. External ports to connect and charge mobile devices are housed in a separate mediabox that can mounted in a storage compartment in the center stack. The black finish and Porsche lettering on the faceplate makes the new electronics look like they’ve always been there.
The aftermarket infotainment system fits the first 911 models of the 1960s and the last 911 with air cooling from the start of the 1990s (993 model series). A 7-inch touchscreen and Android Auto connectivity is available on the PCCM Plus that’s designed to fit in the center stack of vehicles with double DIN head units, which includes 911 models of the 996 generation and Boxster models of the 986 generation.
Pricing hasn’t been announced for either unit, but the PCCM and PCCM Plus will cost €1,440 ($1,576) and €1,606 ($1758) respectively in the E.U. However, later model 911 and Boxter owners will have to wait a little longer to modernize. While the PCCM is expected to arrive in dealerships this summer, a release date for the PCCM Plus hasn’t been announced. In the mean time, they owners can join the healthy online debate with purists arguing whether a classic is still a classic with modern electronics.
The PCCM Plus with a 7-inch touchscreen.
