Maybe they can splice another camera in for the front..... no joke. I know you were making the comment in jest but the multitude of cameras in my X5 are awesome!

 

Thanks Michael. Something to think about.
Michael

 

The 2014 Turbo offers it as a very reasonably priced option so I'm hopeful it can be retrofitted to the 2014 C2S.

ParkAssist (Front and Rear) incl. Reversing Camera $655

 

BTW I called Town Porsche in NJ and was quoted over $1,500 to have the rear view camera installed.

 

Camera is nice to have but with font/rear sensors, not necessary IMO.

 

Probably true.. I like sensors because it's nice for super tight places, especially hideously parking garages I find in Europe . I'm assuming Porsches are similar to others in that there is a audible beep that modulates as you get closer.. So there is a guide factor associated with that..

But backup cam is nice because you can see objects and obstructions, children etc.. I like a backup cam most for coming out of the driveway and since it is sort of a fisheye I get a certain amount of side visibility.... Parking sensors are more about warning you of stationary objects like poles and bumpers... Given a choice in the rear I'd rather have something visual..

 

Not surprised and that is consistent with others. Glad I negotiated into my purchase. I know they use an outside vendor and not sure what the parts cost but both dealer and installer need to make a living. I would probably not add it if I was paying full retail.

 

I have both sensors and camera in my other cars and would gladly have the sensors turned off entirely as they make too much noise and are annoying. I rely on the camera entirely for backing up and really don't feel the need for anything up front, though a front-view camera would be awesome.

 

The Collection Porsche in Coral Gables wants $2190 + tax to install one of the NAV-TV units that cost $900 but for which they charge $1200 + 6 hours of labor. Pretty steep, IMO. Gonna keep shopping.