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Porsche Classic Communication Management (PCCM)

"Porsche Classic Communication Management" was announced by Porsche.

★ Addition (2021.9.9) ★
PCCM and PCCM Plus with Japanese specifications are now on sale in Japan. Click here for details and prices →Porsche Classic Communication Management System Now Available in Japan

This enables even classic Porsche (so-called old generation Porsche) to receive digital radio stations, link with Apple CarPlay, and play media via SD card or Bluetooth.

It has become like this ^ ^ ↓

This "Porsche Classic Communication Management" (hereinafter, PCCM) was developed in two variations and is the perfect size for the unit (1-DIN or 2-DIN) originally installed in Porsche, so replace it as it is Is possible.

Both variations have a high-resolution touch screen and the latest features such as DAB +, Apple CarPlay, and onboard navigation.

Now let's take a closer look. Of the two variations, PCCM and PCCM Plus, I would like to first look at the details from PCCM.

What is PCCM

• PCCM is a further development of the radio navigation system found in classic Porsche sports cars. Therefore, this new PCCM perfectly matches the 1-DIN standard (slot) that has been the standard in Porsche sports cars for many years.

• The PCCM is operated via two dials (knobs), six integrated buttons, and a touch-sensitive 3.5-inch display.

• Like the old model, it also has a car navigation function with a "Point of Interest (POI)" search function.

• Route guidance is a 2D or 3D view view with simple arrows.

• Corresponding map information is provided separately by SD card (can be ordered through Porsche Classic Online or Porsche Center).

State-of-the-art digital technology in classic Porsche

• PCCM can also receive digital radio stations using DAB +.

… Around this time, it seems that DAB + has not been adopted in the United States and Japan, so what happens when it is released to countries other than Europe?

• Furthermore, this PCCM can use Apple CarPlay. IPhone users with version 5 and above can use the iPhone app to play media, navigate car navigation systems, and make phone calls while driving.

• Other media playback methods are supported via SD card, USB, AUX, and Bluetooth.

• The PCCM design fits very well with Porsche classic car dashboards due to its black surface finish and knob shape.

• The first Porsche 911 model in the 1960s-the last air-cooled Porsche 911 model in the 1990s (993) with the "PORSCHE" logo that fits very well with the generation.

Classic Porsche model compatible with PCCM

• 914 (1970-1976)
• 911 F (1965-1973)
• 911 G (1974-1989)
• 964 (1989-1994)
• 993 (1994-1998)
• 959 (1987-1988)
• 924 (1976-1988)
• 944 (1982-1991)
• 968 (1992-1995)
• 928 (1978-1991)

What is PCCM Plus?

• PCCM Plus is an abbreviation for Porsche Classic Communication Management Plus (PCCM Plus): the successor to the first generation PCM.

• The 996 generation Porsche 911 and 986 generation Boxster manufactured in the 1990s can be equipped with 2-DIN format Porsche Communication Management (PCM) as an option, so equip that PCM as an option "PCCM Plus" equipped with a 7-inch high-resolution touch screen was developed for the vehicle.

• The design and feel of the PCCM Plus is based on the air vents and pushbutton switches right next to it, so it's very natural and seamless to install in a Porsche classic sports car. Can.

• Components already installed in the car, such as amplifiers, speakers, and antennas, can continue to be used. The navigation view displayed on the cluster will continue to be supported.

• Only for PCCM Plus, it also supports Google Android Auto (GOOGLE® Android Auto).

Classic Porsche model compatible with PCCM Plus

• 986 (1997-2002)
• 996 (1998-2005)

PCCM and PCCM Plus Price

Currently, the prices of PCCM and PCCM Plus announced in press releases etc. are still announced only in euro.

Below is the price including tax:

• PCCM (with map): 1439.89 euros (about 167,000 yen)
• PCCM Plus (with map): 1606.51 euros (about 187,000 yen)

At this time, according to a press release, the new PCCM systems can be ordered from Porsche Classic's online shop or Porsche Center, but part numbers have been announced only in the European and US versions. It has become.

Therefore, I think that Europe and the US will definitely support it, but there is no description about the support for Asia including Japan (as of April 25, 2020).

★ Addition (2020.4.27) ★
I was surprised to hear your comments. Certainly, "Navi is only via Apple CarPlay (or via Android Auto for PCCM Plus) & does not support digital radio", so if it is OK, there is no need to dare to make it Japanese specification, right? ?? I thought it would be an ant to divide it so and use it with that ^ ^

By the way,Suncoast famous for selling Porsche partsAs expected, the speed of response! It seems that this PCCM will be available for sale in the US from around the summer of 2020 ↓

Porsche Classic – Better look twice

A video introducing this PCCM was also released.

It starts with a scene of celebrating the birthday of a son (grandchild) at a certain family. This family and the whole family should like Porsche.

Because is it daddy? Porsche ↓

And my son's favorite car that celebrated this birthday is also Porsche!

Moreover, although the ribbon is hung here, this Porsche itself was not given, and the car itself is already my son's.

Probably, I imagine that my son took over the 996 that my dad was riding before, and my dad bought a new 911 again ^ ^

So this time, as a birthday present for this son, he said, "I've updated my car a little."

Do you know where it was updated? My son, who was told, I searched for various things, but it was completely wrong.

Use Siri with Classic Porsche

My grandfather (Kana?) Who couldn't see there opened the Porsche door and said a word to it in order to teach the correct answer.

"Hey Siri, play a happy birthday song"

Grandpa is too astringent! Hey Siri ^^

Upon receiving such a directive, Siri played a birthday song from Porsche 996, and the son who saw it was impressed by his super-state-of-the-art Porsche 996 and was overjoyed.

From my son's point of view, this system is the best.

From now on, even though it is a 996 generation Porsche 911, Siri can be used in the car.

Classic cars are classics because they are classics

I think that many people are pleased with the convenience of being able to enjoy cutting-edge technology like this video even with a classical Porsche.

But in factOverseas mediaAnd if you look at the opinions given by various people

"Old cars are fun because They're old. Because you're there to drive and appreciate the technology of a bygone time. ”

Opinions such as.

In other words, "Classical cars are fun ... because they are classic. It's fun to enjoy the technology of the car's era."

I don't think this is the right one anymore, but I think that even among those who enjoy classical Porsche, their opinions and tastes can be divided into two.

It would be nice to equip the classic Porsche with the latest technology, and I think it would be nice to enjoy the Porsche made at that time while keeping the classic Porsche classical ^ ^

Continued→ Porsche Classic Communication Management System Now Available in Japan

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