Are Spyders Becoming Extinct At OPCs!
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H14PDB said:daro911 said:Someone didn't like their new 981 Spyder now for sale OPC East London
£89000 for the car at East London Porsche Circa £17000 premium
20-inch Boxster Spyder Design wheels6-speed manual gearbox64-litre fuel tankAdaptive Sports seats Plus (18-way, electric)BOSE® surround sound-systemBlack Bi-Xenon headlights including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)Carbon interior package (with leather interior package)Centre console trim in carbonDigital radioDoor opening loops in colour of decorative stitchingDoor sill guards in carbon, illuminatedFuel filler cap with Aluminium look finishFull colour wheel centre capsGear lever in carbon Light design packageNet-type wind deflectorPorsche Communication Management (PCM) including navigation modulePreparation outer door-sill guards, illuminatedReversing cameraRoll-over bar with exterior colour paint finishSeat heatingSilver Grey seat beltsSmoked taillightsSteering wheel rim and gear lever in black smooth-finish leatherStitching in contrasting colourStorage net in passenger footwellTelephone moduleTwo-zone automatic climate control
Sorry but that spec doesn't do it for me.
Lots of carbon and tech inside and comfort features.
wonder how long it will take to sell?
The car is in the right PC to be sold, gone before Chrimbo I would think[
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I picked up my Spyder from Hatfield on Sunday and so far so good – I am absolutely delighted with it.
First thoughts:
[ul][*]Superb looks - I am pleased with the appearance of my car in white and the full leather interior with silver stitching looks fabulous.[*]The noise - I was worried by some of the comments that I have read that it might be too loud but it is fine – reasonably restrained without the sports exhaust on but pretty manic with it on.[*]Steering – others have found it too light but that has not been a problem for me. The steering is very accurate and responsive and the smaller wheel is really good to use. Straight line stability in the gusty, windy conditions that we have had is also really good.[*]Gearchange – others have said it but it is true, this has got to be one of the sweetest gaerchange/clutch combinations around. Changing gear is a real delight.[*]Torque – I am sticking to a running in regime so I have not driven it at high revs yet but what is really noticeable is the torque, it really pulls well and has an effortless feel to it.[*]Ride – It is firm, perhaps still a little to firm for the worst of our roads, but it is more compliant that the 987 Spyder and acceptable for a sports car.[*]The hood – I have not driven it with the hood down yet but have practised the lowering/raising process a couple of times. Apart from difficulty sometimes locating the buttons in the hood tails it is pretty straightforward. There is some wind noise from the hood but much less than in the 987 Spyder.[*]The reversing camera is OK but I would prefer the normal rear park assist.[/ul]
I will post some photos if I get chance at the weekend.
First thoughts:
[ul][*]Superb looks - I am pleased with the appearance of my car in white and the full leather interior with silver stitching looks fabulous.[*]The noise - I was worried by some of the comments that I have read that it might be too loud but it is fine – reasonably restrained without the sports exhaust on but pretty manic with it on.[*]Steering – others have found it too light but that has not been a problem for me. The steering is very accurate and responsive and the smaller wheel is really good to use. Straight line stability in the gusty, windy conditions that we have had is also really good.[*]Gearchange – others have said it but it is true, this has got to be one of the sweetest gaerchange/clutch combinations around. Changing gear is a real delight.[*]Torque – I am sticking to a running in regime so I have not driven it at high revs yet but what is really noticeable is the torque, it really pulls well and has an effortless feel to it.[*]Ride – It is firm, perhaps still a little to firm for the worst of our roads, but it is more compliant that the 987 Spyder and acceptable for a sports car.[*]The hood – I have not driven it with the hood down yet but have practised the lowering/raising process a couple of times. Apart from difficulty sometimes locating the buttons in the hood tails it is pretty straightforward. There is some wind noise from the hood but much less than in the 987 Spyder.[*]The reversing camera is OK but I would prefer the normal rear park assist.[/ul]
I will post some photos if I get chance at the weekend.
Congrats Terry and thanks for the 'first impressions' review.
I can see this car is going to be a joy to live with. It's the kind of car that magazine reviews etc will not help with a decision to buy it, new or later used. It is what it is. It's clearly not supposed to mirror the 987 Spyder, nor be an alternative to the 981 GTS, nor an open top GT4. Strip away all the comparisons to what its not and i'd expect the type of impression you give.
Have fun![]
I can see this car is going to be a joy to live with. It's the kind of car that magazine reviews etc will not help with a decision to buy it, new or later used. It is what it is. It's clearly not supposed to mirror the 987 Spyder, nor be an alternative to the 981 GTS, nor an open top GT4. Strip away all the comparisons to what its not and i'd expect the type of impression you give.
Have fun![
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Nice review Terry and congrats on the new great choice Porsche []
I think most would have preferred rear parking sensors to the camera option which I just can never really get along with as confidently[&:]
As a past 981 owner how different do you find the Spyder from your "S"
I guess its too early to say how much you notice is different from the detuned 3.8 to your 991 S
]I think most would have preferred rear parking sensors to the camera option which I just can never really get along with as confidently[&:]
As a past 981 owner how different do you find the Spyder from your "S"
I guess its too early to say how much you notice is different from the detuned 3.8 to your 991 S
What is wrong with the curtain ...perhaps if some one buys this they could make a template and pass it on to others for a small cost and get one made up over here in say Lexan ?Boxster7 said:daro911 said:My 1st extra for the 981 Spyder "go faster in reverse"options
Hi Daro
Can you send me link for this rear screen.
I'm not enjoying the net curtain !
I think this is going on my Christmas list.....
Cheers
Boxster7 said:daro911 said:My 1st extra for the 981 Spyder "go faster in reverse"options
Hi Daro
Can you send me link for this rear screen.
I'm not enjoying the net curtain !
I think this is going on my Christmas list.....
Cheers
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