Interior trim quality on an 08 C4S...

mambodoc · 06-22-2009, 01:51 AM

I'm considering a new 2008 C4S and was concerned as to whether there were any issues with peeling control switches as with my 06 CTT and some 06 Cayman S's...seems the rubberized soft touch coating does not hold up well, even if not abused. The Cayenne build date is 08/2005. Window controls,radio controls, eyeglass door on overhead console, even the button on the carbon fiber Tiptronic shifter. The C4S build date is 06 or 08 of 2007. I can't make out the exact month in the photo of the sticker. Either way...has this type of thing surfaced in any 977's...if so, has it been remedied on more recent models? Thanks!

Edgy01 · 06-22-2009, 02:59 AM

I don't believe that Porsche has changed the 'slush' finish they use on those particular control surfaces. Personally, I have had no problem whatsoever with that. What I understand to be the problem has to do with makeup or body oils in the hands. This stuff is quite destructive to that finish and begins to tear it apart quickly.

mambodoc · 06-22-2009, 03:23 AM

No makeup here...and body oils on hands...who knows?...even the push in on/off radio dial/button is peeling from use, albeit a light tap, though many times...I feel the stuff is flawed to not hold up better...the shifter button finish is bubbling up and peeling away.

sandwedge · 06-22-2009, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mambodoc

I'm considering a new 2008 C4S and was concerned as to whether there were any issues with peeling control switches as with my 06 CTT and some 06 Cayman S's...seems the rubberized soft touch coating does not hold up well, even if not abused. The Cayenne build date is 08/2005. Window controls,radio controls, eyeglass door on overhead console, even the button on the carbon fiber Tiptronic shifter. The C4S build date is 06 or 08 of 2007. I can't make out the exact month in the photo of the sticker. Either way...has this type of thing surfaced in any 977's...if so, has it been remedied on more recent models? Thanks!

24K miles on my car. Every knob, handle and button inside looks brand new.

medtech · 06-22-2009, 01:43 PM

78k on my '05 and 48k on the CS. I have not experienced one issue like you are describing.

kauai_diver · 06-22-2009, 01:45 PM

Yup ok here. Only thing that peeled off was the rubber sealer liner around the sunroof.

jgriffCS · 06-22-2009, 01:54 PM

I've had an '07 Cayman S, an '06 911S and now have an '09 911S.

The Cayman had the problem you are talking about. The "black" wore off the A/C controls after only about 10k miles. I took it to the dealer and they switched the entire control panel for a new improved one that does not use the same material. The newer Caymans and 911s I've looked at have the new style.

The '06 911 I had did not have the problem.

You should be able to tell if the car has the new switches. The old ones have a much softer feel to them. I don't think an '08 911 would have the problem though.

mambodoc · 06-22-2009, 03:58 PM

Thanks all...looking forward to getting the deal done...something thats new to me though...I need to check miles on the 08 but what is it that I need to concren myself with regarding the motor being over-reved?

hjacobs2000 · 06-22-2009, 04:12 PM

3 year 11 month old 06 Cab S

Replaced the carbon fiber steering weel after 2 years because it cracked on the backside
Replaced the carbon fiber ac blower covers because all 4 broke
Replaced the carbon fiber left and right dash board moldings 6 times each because they crack in the south Florida heat

What do I do with the cracked carbon fiber left and right dash board moldings now that the car will be out of warranty in a month? The part is $1100 each

Chris from Cali · 06-22-2009, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mambodoc

Thanks all...looking forward to getting the deal done...something thats new to me though...I need to check miles on the 08 but what is it that I need to concren myself with regarding the motor being over-reved?

Have the local dealer do a PIWIS scan and check for over-revs... I believe they can print you a report. I do not remember the threshold for over-revs and warranty issues.

06-22-2009, 01:51 AM	#1
mambodoc User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ormond Beach, Florida Posts: 355	Interior trim quality on an 08 C4S... I'm considering a new 2008 C4S and was concerned as to whether there were any issues with peeling control switches as with my 06 CTT and some 06 Cayman S's...seems the rubberized soft touch coating does not hold up well, even if not abused. The Cayenne build date is 08/2005. Window controls,radio controls, eyeglass door on overhead console, even the button on the carbon fiber Tiptronic shifter. The C4S build date is 06 or 08 of 2007. I can't make out the exact month in the photo of the sticker. Either way...has this type of thing surfaced in any 977's...if so, has it been remedied on more recent models? Thanks!

06-22-2009, 02:59 AM	#2
Edgy01 Poseur Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 10,310	I don't believe that Porsche has changed the 'slush' finish they use on those particular control surfaces. Personally, I have had no problem whatsoever with that. What I understand to be the problem has to do with makeup or body oils in the hands. This stuff is quite destructive to that finish and begins to tear it apart quickly. __________________ Dan 06 997S PCCB Hard-Top Cabrio Turq. Blue, Nat. Brn Leather http://www.rennteam.com/photopost/sh...00&ppuser=8756

06-22-2009, 01:43 PM	#5
medtech Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Cali Posts: 1,879	78k on my '05 and 48k on the CS. I have not experienced one issue like you are describing. __________________ '06 Cayenne S '05 996 C4S - Sold "Dog is my Co-Pilot."

06-22-2009, 01:45 PM	#6
kauai_diver Straight to Video Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Los Gatos, CA Posts: 3,556	Yup ok here. Only thing that peeled off was the rubber sealer liner around the sunroof. __________________ -Kurt 2006 997S coupe seal grey/stone grey full leather, Carrera S wheels, supple leather, chrono, tpms, aluminum trim on door handles, wheel caps, self dimming mirrors, loose nut behind the wheel

06-22-2009, 04:12 PM	#9
hjacobs2000 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida Posts: 160	3 year 11 month old 06 Cab S Replaced the carbon fiber steering weel after 2 years because it cracked on the backside Replaced the carbon fiber ac blower covers because all 4 broke Replaced the carbon fiber left and right dash board moldings 6 times each because they crack in the south Florida heat What do I do with the cracked carbon fiber left and right dash board moldings now that the car will be out of warranty in a month? The part is $1100 each __________________ 2009 997 Turbo CAB Black on Black Tubi Mufflers, Werks Intake System Stainless Steel Manifolds, Sport Intercoolers and a crazy GIAC ECU reporgram 650+HP Techart Aero Kit and Tips Passport 9500ci custom install 2006 997 S supercharged CAB Black on Black (gone but not forgotten)

06-22-2009, 03:23 AM	#3
mambodoc User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ormond Beach, Florida Posts: 355	No makeup here...and body oils on hands...who knows?...even the push in on/off radio dial/button is peeling from use, albeit a light tap, though many times...I feel the stuff is flawed to not hold up better...the shifter button finish is bubbling up and peeling away.

06-22-2009, 01:54 PM	#7
jgriffCS User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 59	I've had an '07 Cayman S, an '06 911S and now have an '09 911S. The Cayman had the problem you are talking about. The "black" wore off the A/C controls after only about 10k miles. I took it to the dealer and they switched the entire control panel for a new improved one that does not use the same material. The newer Caymans and 911s I've looked at have the new style. The '06 911 I had did not have the problem. You should be able to tell if the car has the new switches. The old ones have a much softer feel to them. I don't think an '08 911 would have the problem though.

06-22-2009, 03:58 PM	#8
mambodoc User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ormond Beach, Florida Posts: 355	Thanks all...looking forward to getting the deal done...something thats new to me though...I need to check miles on the 08 but what is it that I need to concren myself with regarding the motor being over-reved?