Gearshift Control Parts

Fits:
Porsche 987.1 Boxster S - 2005 to 2008
Porsche 987.1 Cayman S - 2006 to 2008
Porsche 987.2 Boxster / Boxster S - 2009 to 2012
Porsche 987.2 Cayman / Cayman S - 2009 to 2013
6 Speed Manual cars only
The OEM shifter cables use large rubber ends to isolate the shifter from the transmission. These soak up your effort and numb the feedback and directness required for optimal shifting performance. The resultant sloppy gear engagement leaves the driver questioning if the desired gear is fully engaged.
This also leads to over-extension and stressing of the cables as the shift lever is pulled beyond the limit.
From a safety and reliability standpoint, the plastic snap-on cups also wear out over time and split causing the cable to pop off the transmission.
Our solution replaces the rubber and plastic internals of the OEM shifter cable ends with tightly toleranced aluminum and Delrin components, reliably held on with steel snap-rings.
Also, the included cotter pins provide a safety redundancy to ensure the cables stay securely affixed to the transmission. The result is excellent shifting feel, precision, and control with no added noise, vibration or harshness (NVH) and no chance for the cable ends to pop off.
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98742404212
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- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Fits:
For cars with 5-speed manual transmission
Porsche 987 Boxster Upto >>2006
Porsche 987C Cayman Upto >>2006
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98742404101
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- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08

Fits:
For cars with 5-speed manual transmission
Porsche 987 Boxster 2007 >> Onwards
Porsche 987C Cayman 2007 >> Onwards
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98742404111
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- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12

Fits:
For cars with TIPTRONIC transmission
Porsche 987.1 Boxster 2007>>
Porsche 987C.1 Cayman 2006-09
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98742603312
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08

Fits:
For cars with 6-speed manual transmission
Porsche 987 Boxster 2007>>
Porsche 987C Cayman 2006>>
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Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
98742404212
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 987 2.7L 2005 -08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-2012
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-2012
- Porsche Cayman 2.7L 987C 2006-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Porsche Gearshift Control Parts | Precision Engineering for Smooth & Accurate Gear Selection
Gearshift control parts form the vital link between your Porsche’s gear lever and transmission. They ensure smooth, precise, and responsive gear selection — translating driver input into clean, accurate engagement of gears. Whether manual or automatic, the integrity of your gearshift system directly impacts driving feel, safety, and transmission performance.
At Design911, we supply high-quality gearshift control parts designed to match or exceed original performance standards. Crafted from durable materials and engineered for precision fitment, our range includes linkages, bushings, cables, mounts, and selector mechanisms to restore crisp shifting and eliminate play or vibration.
Whether you’re replacing worn components or upgrading for enhanced performance, our Porsche gearshift control parts deliver improved shift feel, reliability, and driver confidence.
What Do Gearshift Control Parts Do?
Gearshift control components ensure that movement from the gear lever is accurately transferred to the gearbox or selector mechanism, enabling proper gear engagement.
Core Functions:
- Transfer motion from the gear lever to the transmission.
- Maintain smooth and accurate gear selection.
- Absorb vibration and prevent excess movement in linkages.
- Provide tactile, responsive feedback during shifting.
- Ensure consistent alignment for both manual and automatic systems.
Without properly functioning gearshift components, gear
changes may feel loose, inaccurate, or noisy — leading to wear and potential
gearbox damage.
Why Do Gearshift Control Parts
Fail or Wear Out?
Over time, gearshift components experience constant mechanical stress, heat, and vibration, leading to wear or misalignment.
Common Causes of Failure Include:
- Worn bushings or linkage joints causing play in the shifter.
- Cable stretching or detachment in cable-operated systems.
- Cracked mounts or fatigued metal joints.
- Corrosion or contamination from dirt and moisture.
Misalignment from hard shifting or vibration.
When these parts degrade, drivers may experience sloppy or stiff gear changes, difficulty engaging gears, or excessive movement in the gear lever.
Why Replace or Upgrade
Your Porsche Gearshift Control Parts?
Replacing worn or damaged gearshift control components
restores crisp shifting, precise engagement, and driving confidence. Upgrading
to performance-grade linkages or bushings provides improved tactile feedback
and reduced shifter movement.
Key Benefits:
- Restores accurate and responsive gear changes.
- Eliminates excess play, looseness, or stiffness in the shifter.
- Reduces vibration and improves driving comfort.
- Enhances overall gear selection accuracy and feel.
- Compatible with Porsche 911, Cayman, Boxster and classic models.
- Ideal for rebuilds, restorations, and performance upgrades.
It’s recommended to replace gearshift control components during clutch or gearbox servicing to maintain transmission integrity and performance consistency.
Highlights
- Premium Porsche gearshift control parts for manual & automatic transmissions.
- Precision-engineered for smooth and accurate shifting.
- Includes linkages, bushings, mounts, and selector components.
- Direct-fit replacements for Porsche road and performance models.
- Improves shift quality, precision, and long-term reliability.
- Essential for transmission maintenance, restoration, or upgrades.