Bosch Scan tool KTS 200 (Question for Loren)

[jr_152]

I have been trying to put together a PST2, found the hardware needed, and a clone Dell for about $3000.00. I don't know if this is a good price. But then I found the new Bosch KTS 200, and it looks like it will do what the PIWIS tester will do and not only for Porsche, but other vehicles. Maybe Loren can check it out and tell us if its worth buying. The nice part is that the KTS 200 is priced around $3400.00 new. I am attaching a link to the KTS 200, but if I am not supposed to do that, then Loren, please edit my post. Thanks everyone.

http://www.bosch-kts200.com/us/en/media/KTS200salessheet.pdf

[Loren]

I think that (KTS 200) does what the older ESItronic software did.

Bosch sold a laptop (or PC desktop) version of software for most European cars that did most of the basic OBD II diagnostics and then a few more "special features" for the models covered.

If you notice Porsche is not on their list. Unless you work on those other models on a daily basis it would not make sense to me. JMHO.

[jr_152]

I think that (KTS 200) does what the older ESItronic software did.

Bosch sold a laptop (or PC desktop) version of software for most European cars that did most of the basic OBD II diagnostics and then a few more "special features" for the models covered.

If you notice Porsche is not on their list. Unless you work on those other models on a daily basis it would not make sense to me. JMHO.

Thanks for the info Loren, but when I was checking their training site, it does show Porsche as one of the vehicles that can be selected. In your opinion, what is the max I should pay for a PST2?

[Loren]

I was going from what the sales brochure said - it specifically refers to ESItronic and does not mention Porsche in the brochure.

A PST2 is worth what it is worth to you -- depending on how much you use it.

Remember that a PST2 only covers cars through MY2004 - so nothing newer and there will not be any updates.

Dealer price on a new PST2 was $4000 ($8000 to independent shops) - so I guess that could be your guide.

[jr_152]

I was going from what the sales brochure said - it specifically refers to ESItronic and does not mention Porsche in the brochure.

A PST2 is worth what it is worth to you -- depending on how much you use it.

Remember that a PST2 only covers cars through MY2004 - so nothing newer and there will not be any updates.

Dealer price on a new PST2 was $4000 ($8000 to independent shops) - so I guess that could be your guide.

Thanks Loren, I will call the bosch sales rep tomorrow, and find more details on it, and I will post results.

[jr_152]

I was going from what the sales brochure said - it specifically refers to ESItronic and does not mention Porsche in the brochure.

A PST2 is worth what it is worth to you -- depending on how much you use it.

Remember that a PST2 only covers cars through MY2004 - so nothing newer and there will not be any updates.

Dealer price on a new PST2 was $4000 ($8000 to independent shops) - so I guess that could be your guide.

Thanks Loren, I will call the bosch sales rep tomorrow, and find more details on it, and I will post results.

This should wrap this thread up. The KTS 200 has limited functionality on Porsche vehicles, but in the future more functions will be added.