Are Spyders Becoming Extinct At OPCs!
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[link=https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/news/porsche-718-spyder/ar-BB12p6st?ocid=spartanntp]https://www.msn.com/en-gb/cars/news/porsche-718-spyder/ar-BB12p6st?ocid=spartanntp[/link]
The 718 Spyder is not a limited-run car, although anybody placing an order today at the list price of £73,405 should be prepared for a wait, because [link=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-reviews/porsche]Porsche’s[/link] GT-car manufacturing potential is only a fraction of what it is for the mainline models, with a large portion of manufacturing resources dedicated to the assembly of racing cars.
If you cannot bear any delay, delivery mileage cars are nudging £100,000 at official Porsche dealerships, although [link=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/porsche/boxster-spyder-2015-2016]the previous Boxster Spyder[/link] can be had for considerably less and, in a great many ways, is none the lesser of the two cars.
a motor that needs 5000rpm wound into its crankshaft to hit full stride – and then goes on all the way to 8000rpm.
The upshot is that without at least a shortened final drive ratio to help it through the lower reaches, this is an engine that needs an awful lot of winding up before it makes the 718 feel really fast. Moreover, the car needs to be well beyond 80mph even in third gear to be within what you might call its ‘truly feisty’ operating range. With two more gears to go, it revs beyond 140mph in fourth.
Suffice it to say, the motor does feel a bit flat at normal road speeds in its upper ratios. It doesn’t make the Spyder quite as fast, both against the clock and in give-and-take motoring, as it probably should. And nor does it give you enough opportunities to close in on that 8000rpm redline, frankly. The performance numbers we recorded on this car are bang on Porsche’s claims and more than respectable; but with the gearing it deserves, this could have – and probably should have – been a sub-4.0sec 0-60mph sports car.
The 718 Spyder is not a limited-run car, although anybody placing an order today at the list price of £73,405 should be prepared for a wait, because [link=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-reviews/porsche]Porsche’s[/link] GT-car manufacturing potential is only a fraction of what it is for the mainline models, with a large portion of manufacturing resources dedicated to the assembly of racing cars.
If you cannot bear any delay, delivery mileage cars are nudging £100,000 at official Porsche dealerships, although [link=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/porsche/boxster-spyder-2015-2016]the previous Boxster Spyder[/link] can be had for considerably less and, in a great many ways, is none the lesser of the two cars.
a motor that needs 5000rpm wound into its crankshaft to hit full stride – and then goes on all the way to 8000rpm.
The upshot is that without at least a shortened final drive ratio to help it through the lower reaches, this is an engine that needs an awful lot of winding up before it makes the 718 feel really fast. Moreover, the car needs to be well beyond 80mph even in third gear to be within what you might call its ‘truly feisty’ operating range. With two more gears to go, it revs beyond 140mph in fourth.
Suffice it to say, the motor does feel a bit flat at normal road speeds in its upper ratios. It doesn’t make the Spyder quite as fast, both against the clock and in give-and-take motoring, as it probably should. And nor does it give you enough opportunities to close in on that 8000rpm redline, frankly. The performance numbers we recorded on this car are bang on Porsche’s claims and more than respectable; but with the gearing it deserves, this could have – and probably should have – been a sub-4.0sec 0-60mph sports car.
Strange spec for a flip not to mention the P R I C E [
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[link=https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-718-16-current/brand-new-unregistered-delivery-miles-vat-qualifying-immediate/10530365]https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-718-16-current/brand-new-unregistered-delivery-miles-vat-qualifying-immediate/10530365[/link]
Brand New, Unregistered, Delivery Miles, VAT Qualifying IMMEDIATE stock car. Export enquiries welcomed-more models available. Porsche export/import specialists since 2001. Rare opportunity to acquire an IMMEDIATELY available stock unit. Porsche configuration code: PLLC9TS2 Carrera White (2Y) with Spyder Classic interior package (24), Convertible top in Black (1V). Factory fitted options: XJA-Doors handles painted in high gloss black CVM-Model designation in high gloss black 450-Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) 424/XDK-20-inch 718 Spyder wheels in satin black 602-LED main headlights inc PDLS Plus 748-Electrically folding exterior mirrors inc courtesy lighting P13-Automatically dimming mirrors with integrated rain sensor 637-Park assist (rear) with reverseing camera 858-GT sorts steering wheel in leather PO7-Adaptive sports seats Plus (18-way electric) 573-2-Zone climate control 342-Seat heating XHU-Bordeaux Red seat belts XGB-Sport chrono stopwatch in Bordeaux Red XFB-Instrument dials in Bordeaux Red XLG-Storage compartment lid in alcantara with 'PORSCHE' logo 9VL-'BOSE' surround sound system 810-Floor mats SALE PRICE £91658.33 + £18331.67 (VAT) = £109990 (inc UK VAT @ 20%)
][link=https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-718-16-current/brand-new-unregistered-delivery-miles-vat-qualifying-immediate/10530365]https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-718-16-current/brand-new-unregistered-delivery-miles-vat-qualifying-immediate/10530365[/link]
Brand New, Unregistered, Delivery Miles, VAT Qualifying IMMEDIATE stock car. Export enquiries welcomed-more models available. Porsche export/import specialists since 2001. Rare opportunity to acquire an IMMEDIATELY available stock unit. Porsche configuration code: PLLC9TS2 Carrera White (2Y) with Spyder Classic interior package (24), Convertible top in Black (1V). Factory fitted options: XJA-Doors handles painted in high gloss black CVM-Model designation in high gloss black 450-Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) 424/XDK-20-inch 718 Spyder wheels in satin black 602-LED main headlights inc PDLS Plus 748-Electrically folding exterior mirrors inc courtesy lighting P13-Automatically dimming mirrors with integrated rain sensor 637-Park assist (rear) with reverseing camera 858-GT sorts steering wheel in leather PO7-Adaptive sports seats Plus (18-way electric) 573-2-Zone climate control 342-Seat heating XHU-Bordeaux Red seat belts XGB-Sport chrono stopwatch in Bordeaux Red XFB-Instrument dials in Bordeaux Red XLG-Storage compartment lid in alcantara with 'PORSCHE' logo 9VL-'BOSE' surround sound system 810-Floor mats SALE PRICE £91658.33 + £18331.67 (VAT) = £109990 (inc UK VAT @ 20%)
Funnily enough, that one’s for sale close to me, so have seen it since it was put up for sale maybe a year ago! I think it was originally advertised for around £10k more. If I’m also correct, I think it was bought by a chap who bought 2 - a manual with more miles that he drove, and this pdk one that he was keeping as an investment with minimal miles.
seem to remember this car and the owner ...at £55K as Robert says is list when the cars came out in 2010 ..the problem with this car it will always be a garage queen as the minute you add miles the value will drop ,and no idea of the service history ,seem to remember it has only been serviced once .I like the PDK despite what some say it should be manual..The first one I was going to buy was from Newcastle in 2013 and was PDK it belonged to Eric Clapton but was not loved the car was badly presented and full off stone chips and the screen was the same evidently tracked ,the next day got the call about my Red one the rest is history .
Good points well argued Brian so how about this one at the other end of the scale [kitchens said:
][link=https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-987-05-12/-17-2011-porsche-987-spyder-manual/9638580]https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/porsche/boxster-987-05-12/-17-2011-porsche-987-spyder-manual/9638580[/link]
£34995.00 asking price so possibly at deal close to £30k could be on today due to fairly basic spec and above average mileage for a Spyder
Pre Covid19 priced example for sale at this Porsche Centre [&:] £99718.00 with DFS armchairs and relatively high mileage compared to the best of the rest for sale today
[link=https://www.dicklovett.co.uk/porsche/used-cars/2020-porsche-718-spyder-spyder-2-door]https://www.dicklovett.co.uk/porsche/used-cars/2020-porsche-718-spyder-spyder-2-door[/link]
[link=https://www.dicklovett.co.uk/porsche/used-cars/2020-porsche-718-spyder-spyder-2-door]https://www.dicklovett.co.uk/porsche/used-cars/2020-porsche-718-spyder-spyder-2-door[/link]
[link=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202004259060334?onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&sort=year-desc&make=PORSCHE&radius=1500&postcode=nw41nx&model=718%20SPYDER&advertising-location=at_cars&page=1]https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202004259060334?onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&sort=year-desc&make=PORSCHE&radius=1500&postcode=nw41nx&model=718%20SPYDER&advertising-location=at_cars&page=1[/link]
Lowest priced Spyder 718 for sale on Autotrader today £92500[&:] Still looks well over list price
Lowest priced Spyder 718 for sale on Autotrader today £92500[&:] Still looks well over list price
See what the Americans have to say re PCA Spotlight: Porsche Boxster Spyder — 987 vs. 981
[link=https://www.pca.org/news/2020-04-28/pca-spotlight-porsche-boxster-spyder-987-vs-981]https://www.pca.org/news/2020-04-28/pca-spotlight-porsche-boxster-spyder-987-vs-981[/link]
[link=https://www.pca.org/news/2020-04-28/pca-spotlight-porsche-boxster-spyder-987-vs-981]https://www.pca.org/news/2020-04-28/pca-spotlight-porsche-boxster-spyder-987-vs-981[/link]
jdpef356 said:
All in all, that's not a bad outcome for the 987 [
]Im happy with that [Steve Brown said:jdpef356 said:
All in all, that's not a bad outcome for the 987 [
]The reviewer is possibly slightly biased as he owns the 987 in the video
Be nice to see all three generations compared.
Although most reviewers cant get past the apparent faff of the hood.
Doesn't bother me just need to plan ahead a bit . You can have the main bit up in 2 minutes the scarf is more of faff (only required if pi**ing down imo)
Resale Racing Red Spyder
[link=https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202005029148353?postcode=n20qx&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&make=PORSCHE&advertising-location=at_cars&sort=relevance&radius=1500&model=718%20SPYDER&page=1]https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202005029148353?postcode=n20qx&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&make=PORSCHE&advertising-location=at_cars&sort=relevance&radius=1500&model=718%20SPYDER&page=1[/link]
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Andrew Killington
New member
Hope I’m not being too controversial
from the very glowing reports from the testers of the new GTS 4.0, does the Spyder still seem good value at circa 10k more ?
if I couldn’t get a Spyder I wouldn’t be too downhearted about getting the GTS especially with more colour options and electric roof etc.
from the very glowing reports from the testers of the new GTS 4.0, does the Spyder still seem good value at circa 10k more ?
if I couldn’t get a Spyder I wouldn’t be too downhearted about getting the GTS especially with more colour options and electric roof etc.
Andrew Henry says the following:-Andrew Killington said:Hope I’m not being too controversial
from the very glowing reports from the testers of the new GTS 4.0, does the Spyder still seem good value at circa 10k more ?
if I couldn’t get a Spyder I wouldn’t be too downhearted about getting the GTS especially with more colour options and electric roof etc.
[link]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_0OmNUcdCM[/link]
Andrew Killington
New member
He’s certainly one of the better journo’s; I certainly wouldn’t be rushing to buy a Spyder 718 at overs and that’s not sour grapes as I was offered a slot but declined.
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