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  • 997 Shift Console Upgrade (986/996) SKU: 997SCU

  • MSRP $396.00 $359.00

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986/996 Short Shift Kit – OEM Upgrade For 1997–2004 Porsche 911 Carrera & Boxster | Manual Transmission

Not every driver wants the most aggressive shift setup on the market — and that's exactly the point of this kit. If your 986 Boxster or 996 Carrera has developed that familiar looseness in the shift action over the years, this OEM-sourced upgrade is the most measured, livable fix available. Tighter than stock. Comfortable enough for daily use. Factory quality throughout.

Shift throw is reduced by 15% over stock — a meaningful improvement in precision and response without the stiffness or shortened travel that comes with more aggressive setups. Gear changes feel more deliberate and connected, the slop is gone, and the overall shift character stays smooth and confidence-inspiring whether you're commuting or carving. Think of it as restoring and refining what Porsche intended, rather than re-engineering it.

Fitment is direct with no modification required. The included centering tool (shown in green) ensures the console is perfectly aligned on installation — a detail that makes a real difference in shift feel long-term.

Specifications & Fitment

  • OEM factory part
  • Shift throw reduced 15% over stock
  • Smooth, comfortable shift character — daily driver friendly
  • Direct-fit replacement, no modification required
  • Includes centering/alignment tool
  • Fits: 1997–2004 Porsche 986 Boxster (all variants)
  • Fits: 1999–2004 Porsche 996 Carrera (all variants)

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5 out of 5 stars.
WingsWheels&Hulls (Cape Cod) | October 24th, 2024
Great upgrade for ~$330. While not a true short shifter, the difference is very noticeable in both the slightly reduced travel but also general crispness when compared to the original. Our vehicle only ha4 !69K miles, and while the original console had very little play, thew new one just feels tighter overall.
997 shift upgrade
5 out of 5 stars.
Henry (Miami) | August 23rd, 2020
Very satisfied, slighter shorter shift, more precise, easy to install there are plenty of instruction on the internet, remember there is a hidden screw under the coin holder. Took me around two hours to install.
Well worth it. .
5 out of 5 stars.
Eddie S (Los Angeles) | July 12th, 2020
I have a 99 996 C2Cab. Easy install, Porsche Club has a nice DIY video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yoB7eX5sR4) Took about 1.5 hours. Feel is tighter, but not radical, moderate change in throw and to me, it was well worth doing as my old shifter had gotten mushy. As "plug and play" as you can get versus racing shifters where you are tearing bearings apart.
must have for a 996
5 out of 5 stars.
Stefan (North Carolina) | May 15th, 2020
east to install <90 min. Youtube Video explains everything. Nice side effect :2 gear problem fixed :)
Upgraded to GT3 shifter and no regrets
5 out of 5 stars.
Saj (Victoria) | July 23rd, 2017
I decided to upgrade to the 997 GT3 shifter and I am totally happy with it. Much more precise shifting and very little play. I made a video to show what a difference it makes: https://youtu.be/LfsFyXwPt30 This is a must upgrade for anybody driving a manual 996
Plus 1 on all the 5 star reviews below
5 out of 5 stars.
Anonymous | January 31st, 2017
Should be the first thing done to any 996. Super easy to install -- way smoother and more precise than original shifter (which felt long, sloppy and fragile)
Excellent upgrade for 996
5 out of 5 stars.
Pismo Mark (Pismo beach, CA) | November 1st, 2016
Install went very smooth. Very nice upgrade for 996, mine is a 2003 C4S with 50k miles. Smoother shift and slightly shorter throw. Wish I'd done this year's ago!
997 Shift Console Upgrade
5 out of 5 stars.
Boyztoyz (Kansas) | August 17th, 2016
1999 Base Boxster. I was a little hesitant when I ordered this - was going to go for the B&M short shift. No regrets anymore! Wow, what a change from my original shifter. Installation took two hours start to finish and that's with cleaning up what was under the console and tightening up my parking brake cable. Shifting is crisp, clean, and precise, what a difference from the old shifter. Be sure to mark the cable position with a Sharpie before you take them out of the original cable ends. Otherwise very straight forward installation. Highly recommended. Thanks Suncoast!
Shifter upgrade from 996
5 out of 5 stars.
Anonymous | May 11th, 2016
Fantastic. Used this as a replacement for the shifter on my 996 C4S. 55K on the car and the shifting is much more precise. Wasn't awful to start, but made it much more concrete. Highly recommended upgrade. Pretty easy to install, too. Use the B+M short shifter installation instructions.
Great value
5 out of 5 stars.
provotrout (slc) | May 7th, 2016
Easy installation, substantial improvement in feel, distance and feedback. Nothing iffy about being in gear. Much less play in the knob when in gear.
 
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