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How bad is the wind buffeting in the cabin, without the Wind Deflector, which I think is ugly? How do you compare the buffeting against, say, Boxster or any other Roadster? With no cabin space behind the seats, a Roadster has much less wind swirling back from the rear deck.
I'm debating between GTS Cab and 982 Spyder. I prefer not to use the Wind Deflector, in summer. But, if I do use it, in cooler temperatures, I'm guessing buffeting is manageable? (Getting a drone-free sound in 982 Spyder is killing it's chances for me. For those who are curious about the challenges, head over to 982 GT4/Spyder Sub-Forum.)
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I'm debating between GTS Cab and 982 Spyder. I prefer not to use the Wind Deflector, in summer. But, if I do use it, in cooler temperatures, I'm guessing buffeting is manageable? (Getting a drone-free sound in 982 Spyder is killing it's chances for me. For those who are curious about the challenges, head over to 982 GT4/Spyder Sub-Forum.)
Thanks.
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If you do use the wind deflector, wind noise is a non issue. Actually wind in general up to 150+ is a non issue, and that'll only be if you have your seat set high up, as that was the point where wind had a few of my hairs breaking. With the deflector down its not that bad, I drive with all windows down and no deflector sometimes, I have PSE and I like to hear engine noises, I think thats a good combo. btw the Bose speakers will pump tunes clear and loud even at speed if you've got the deflector up.
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I've had both 911 Cabs and Boxsters. The big difference is not when the top is down (there is very little), its when the top is UP. The Boxster feels claustrophobic and very cramped. I don't get why you would object to using the retractable wind blocker on the 911 (Boxsters have them as well, a piece of clear glass that is manual to install). Who cares what it looks like if it works?
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I've had both 911 Cabs and Boxsters. The big difference is not when the top is down (there is very little), its when the top is UP. The Boxster feels claustrophobic and very cramped. I don't get why you would object to using the retractable wind blocker on the 911 (Boxsters have them as well, a piece of clear glass that is manual to install). Who cares what it looks like if it works?
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Wind buffeting has not been a problem for me. I have not used the deflector. I drive mostly with all windows down but sometimes when I'm on I-5 I roll them up due to truck noise. Still no buffeting.
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not bad at all infact wind deflector up is worse, more of an annoying sound maybe not louder, but a less preferrable sound. as for the annoyance factor
its not annoying at all. in a benz e class convertible its much worse as i think twice having top down in that car. but in a porsche they do is so well its best in the business. you will enjoy it without a second thought.
its not annoying at all. in a benz e class convertible its much worse as i think twice having top down in that car. but in a porsche they do is so well its best in the business. you will enjoy it without a second thought.
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I personally don't use the 992 Cab wind blocker except when it gets cold, It's very effective at stopping cold air coming in from the back.
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How tall are you? and how high do you like to set your seat? (I am 6'5") It's mostly top-of-the-head (wear a cap), and in cold weather, back of the neck.
Here's a video wherein this is addressed. Check out the wife's hair blowing around before and after raising the screen.
Here's a video wherein this is addressed. Check out the wife's hair blowing around before and after raising the screen.
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LOL, it's all about the wife's hair at the end of the day.....
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It’s fine up to around 50mph. Above that (50-70mph) I put the wind deflector up. You can’t really see it when driving other than the rear view mirror so I don’t care. Highways (70+) are windows and deflector up and I can have a conversation without raising my voice and no wind buffeting. I have something hanging off my rear view mirror and it doesn’t fly around at all.
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not bad at all infact wind deflector up is worse, more of an annoying sound maybe not louder, but a less preferrable sound. as for the annoyance factor
its not annoying at all. in a benz e class convertible its much worse as i think twice having top down in that car. but in a porsche they do is so well its best in the business. you will enjoy it without a second thought.
its not annoying at all. in a benz e class convertible its much worse as i think twice having top down in that car. but in a porsche they do is so well its best in the business. you will enjoy it without a second thought.
How tall are you? and how high do you like to set your seat? (I am 6'5") It's mostly top-of-the-head (wear a cap), and in cold weather, back of the neck.
Here's a video wherein this is addressed. Check out the wife's hair blowing around before and after raising the screen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlH6F9fmTuM
Here's a video wherein this is addressed. Check out the wife's hair blowing around before and after raising the screen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlH6F9fmTuM
Another question:
Have any of you converted the back seat into storage? That is, find a way to cover the converted-storage so that stored contents aren't visible with top down. For road trips, having the rear space for storage would be very helpful. This is where the Boxster shines with it's two trunks! I would love to spec Delete-Rear-Seats. So far, that's only possible for the Coupe with Light Weight Package. Probably an Exclusive Option? If not, a creative upholstery shop could find a way to install a retractable cover. Thanks.