Advice on a used 2012 Spyder
09-24-2016, 01:53 PM
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It's not for everyone and many will prefer the more modern Spyder which takes everything up a notch. Did you get it out on some twisty roads or was it just around town? I can't say I'm a fan of the Spyder on the highway.
09-24-2016, 02:05 PM
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Just 10 minutes around town. I really wanted to love it. Black, silver stripes, neglectful owner. Dead leaves everywhere. Still might buy it. Really nice guy.
09-24-2016, 02:33 PM
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What are the specs on the car - 6 speed? PSE?
To the OP - I agree with just about everything stated above... Its not a car that I enjoy on the freeway & I would definitely always take another car if there's even a suspicion of rain.
If the car you're considering has PDK with the sport chrono option and PSE - it's a wonderful combination and very satisfying in sport plus mode.
Buy it - try it - sell it if it doesn't fit the requirement. I'm quite sure you won't loose much money other than tax & registration.
09-25-2016, 09:37 PM
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Pretty much sums up my thoughts on the 987.2 spyder. It's so good I own two 987.2 spyders. 1st thing to do is remove the back window panel and the windblocker between the roll hoops. This will allow plenty of air with the windows down and the top still on (more of a sunshade for those in hot climates). If your caught in a downpour, just put the side windows up as the water will not come through the back.
09-25-2016, 10:08 PM
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Please thank him for the perfect build - full black leather including doors and dash, sport buckets, painted roll hoop, short shifter, A/C, silver spyder wheels, radio delete. Oh, and with the clear bra the spyder has held up great with 26k miles including track time
09-26-2016, 11:48 AM
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09-27-2016, 02:04 PM
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I think the best response to most of your questions is that there's really nothing that "takes away" from the incredible driving experience. Your mind never really loses focus due to bad gearing, rubbery shifter, dead steering, odd reactions to steering or throttle input or other drawbacks.
I think the one improvement that could help is a bit more music from the exhaust. I wish PSE were slightly louder. Porsche listened to this feedback and the new Spyder makes a glorious sound.
I think the one improvement that could help is a bit more music from the exhaust. I wish PSE were slightly louder. Porsche listened to this feedback and the new Spyder makes a glorious sound.
Sport/race headers, IPD plenum, GT3 throttle body and a flash will deliver the dramatics you're looking for!
What are the specs on the car - 6 speed? PSE?
To the OP - I agree with just about everything stated above... Its not a car that I enjoy on the freeway & I would definitely always take another car if there's even a suspicion of rain.
If the car you're considering has PDK with the sport chrono option and PSE - it's a wonderful combination and very satisfying in sport plus mode.
Buy it - try it - sell it if it doesn't fit the requirement. I'm quite sure you won't loose much money other than tax & registration.
What are the specs on the car - 6 speed? PSE?
To the OP - I agree with just about everything stated above... Its not a car that I enjoy on the freeway & I would definitely always take another car if there's even a suspicion of rain.
If the car you're considering has PDK with the sport chrono option and PSE - it's a wonderful combination and very satisfying in sport plus mode.
Buy it - try it - sell it if it doesn't fit the requirement. I'm quite sure you won't loose much money other than tax & registration.
lol) as well as my dynograph. Have some more videos with different mic locations on my youtube channel for reference.
Shoot me a PM or give me a ring if you guys are interested in anything
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