Notices
Spyder/Cayman R Discussions about the 987 Spyder/Cayman R (2011-2012)

My New Spyder

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 08-06-2012, 12:20 AM
  #1  
jvmax
Rennlist Member
Thread Starter
 
jvmax's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: orlando, fl
Posts: 1,222
Likes: 0
Received 73 Likes on 32 Posts
Default My New Spyder

So, after a short search I was able to find my ideal spyder. I have always loved these since they came out, had to get one after I saw a white hotwheels version at target a few weeks ago. For me it had to be white and have a 6 speed manual. I found a perfect example with only 700 miles, was a dealership GM demo car that just was put in service last month. Best of all I was able to get it for under $60k, car had a factory sticker of $71k. It just showed up last night, so I have put on only 40 miles so far. Top is much easier than expected, looks great up or down. Did not think I would like the black non-spyder wheels but they actually go well with the car. So for now I will leave it stock except I need to find clear corners and remove the BOXSTER on the rear. This is actually my second boxster, I had a 2002 speed yellow 10 years ago and had a blast the 39 months I leased it for. Here is a link to some pics:

http://s1059.photobucket.com/albums/...ster%20spyder/




Old 08-06-2012, 08:15 AM
  #2  
Renoir
Addict
Rennlist Member

 
Renoir's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Chappaqua, New York
Posts: 85
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

Congrats!! Love the Spyder, great color too!
Old 08-06-2012, 08:27 AM
  #3  
Marine Blue
Addict
Rennlist Member
 
Marine Blue's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Temecula, CA
Posts: 16,020
Received 807 Likes on 469 Posts
Default

Congrats on the Spyder!

I agree, I think many made a big deal about the top. Yeah it's not as convenient as the motorized version but the trade off is absolutely worth it.

So the 993 is on my list of cars to own at some point in the future (probably years from now) and I would love to get your opinion on how it compares to the Spyder. I know it's apples and oranges but I'm curious on the driving characteristics, capabilities and overall experience.

Nice collection of cars and garage! Would love to get your impressions on the 1M too.

Enjoy in Good Health
Old 08-06-2012, 12:25 PM
  #4  
n4v4nod
Rennlist Member
 
n4v4nod's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: PNW
Posts: 5,503
Received 1,703 Likes on 936 Posts
Default

Congrats!!! Looks great! You have to get it registered on dspyda.com now
Old 08-06-2012, 12:59 PM
  #5  
4forme
Burning Brakes
 
4forme's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2011
Posts: 809
Likes: 0
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Great deal on a beautiful car. Congratulations.
Old 08-06-2012, 01:04 PM
  #6  
996_North
Drifting
 
996_North's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Cambridge, ON
Posts: 2,056
Likes: 0
Received 7 Likes on 7 Posts
Default

Nice car... and a nice additon to the rest of your garage !
Old 08-06-2012, 01:55 PM
  #7  
orthojoe
Nordschleife Master
 
orthojoe's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Bay Area
Posts: 7,804
Received 191 Likes on 94 Posts
Default

Nice and nice garage!
Old 08-06-2012, 01:57 PM
  #8  
mile2424
Rennlist Member
 
mile2424's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 1,670
Received 180 Likes on 63 Posts
Default

Congrats! Looks great in the garage with the rest of your collection!
Old 08-06-2012, 02:26 PM
  #9  
66mustang
Burning Brakes
 
66mustang's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Ponte Vedra Beach,Florida
Posts: 780
Received 13 Likes on 8 Posts
Default

Congrats, and great other cars. Nice floor too
Old 08-06-2012, 02:34 PM
  #10  
Alan Smithee
Rennlist Member
 
Alan Smithee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Los Angeles
Posts: 5,296
Received 295 Likes on 146 Posts
Default

Congrats - and congrats on the 1M, too - they seem to be even harder to come by. Please post impressions of both once you have some miles on the Spyder.
Old 08-06-2012, 02:47 PM
  #11  
e-man67
8th Gear
 
e-man67's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Cinci
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

That is the coolest Boxter I have ever seen. Love it! Congrats!
Old 08-06-2012, 03:29 PM
  #12  
Dave I
Addict
Rennlist Member

 
Dave I's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2002
Location: San Mateo, Ca
Posts: 622
Received 36 Likes on 27 Posts
Default

Congratulations, that's a great looking car and a smoking deal. Fits in nicely with the rest of your collection!!
Old 08-06-2012, 05:54 PM
  #13  
toper
Advanced
 
toper's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: SF Bay Area
Posts: 95
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

grats on the new ride, looks just like mine. =)
Old 08-06-2012, 07:13 PM
  #14  
the_vetman
Three Wheelin'
 
the_vetman's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: PA
Posts: 1,795
Received 19 Likes on 12 Posts
Default

Wow, it's stunning. Have fun!

BTW, you never told me that you had such a kick-a$$ garage!
Old 08-06-2012, 09:14 PM
  #15  
86 3point2
Instructor
 
86 3point2's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 176
Received 40 Likes on 14 Posts
Default

Congrats!! Time for a new Direct Lift to fill your excess capacity. btw, did you look at the Bendpak lifts?


Quick Reply: My New Spyder



All times are GMT -3. The time now is 09:52 AM.