Is the 987 Spyder worth the money…
Discussion
I have been thinking about a replacement for my previous weekend car which was an immaculate Evo Vi, front runner has been the GR Yaris. However, whilst having a few pints with a mate (who works in the car journo biz) suggested I stretch the budget a bit a look at the 987 Spyder.
I have seen a few in the past, not knowing what they were and thinking 35k looked high for a 987 gen 2 Boxster. But looking now there are only 2 for sale at the moment (both on eBay) both above £45k
Is this strong money or are they worth it?
I have seen a few in the past, not knowing what they were and thinking 35k looked high for a 987 gen 2 Boxster. But looking now there are only 2 for sale at the moment (both on eBay) both above £45k
Is this strong money or are they worth it?
Klippie said:
The Yaris its an absolute hoot you will not be dissapointed with one, I also have a 987.2 Cayman S which is similar to the Boxster mechanically and its a great drive as well, two polar opposite cars they are my perfect two car garage.
I already have a quick Tesla and a family wagon (vw Cali) if you could just have one of yours (consider the price) which one would you have if you were me?MrVert said:
Great cars, good spec and low miles cars are £45k - £50k from a dealer still it seems.
As much fun on UK roads as cars much more expensive. Just the right amount of usable power, great steering and with PSE a lovely soundtrack.
Prefer a spirited drive in the Spyder than many of the other cars I’ve had in the past.
They’re also pretty rare, relatively light, look fab, will probably continue to hold their value and are even good on fuel (30mpg easily on a run).
South of £50k for a sports car, they can easily hold they’re own.
Gratuitous picture…
Edited to add…don’t worry about higher mileage cars, they can take it as long as they’ve been properly maintained. You will get a good one for £40k.
That looks perfect MrVert! I think my mate was correct to get me looking at these. As much fun on UK roads as cars much more expensive. Just the right amount of usable power, great steering and with PSE a lovely soundtrack.
Prefer a spirited drive in the Spyder than many of the other cars I’ve had in the past.
They’re also pretty rare, relatively light, look fab, will probably continue to hold their value and are even good on fuel (30mpg easily on a run).
South of £50k for a sports car, they can easily hold they’re own.
Gratuitous picture…
Edited to add…don’t worry about higher mileage cars, they can take it as long as they’ve been properly maintained. You will get a good one for £40k.
Edited by MrVert on Sunday 8th January 15:59
Lots of great info and pics. My search has officially begun…..
However
…. I’ve started also to read up about Cayman R’s now. I completely ignored these years ago when a mate had a green one. But now I’m learning more about the Spyder, they are fast coming onto my radar. I wonder as my car won’t be a garage queen (done that in the past and never drove the car how it should have been driven ) maybe the R is a decent option and potentially 15% less money?
However
…. I’ve started also to read up about Cayman R’s now. I completely ignored these years ago when a mate had a green one. But now I’m learning more about the Spyder, they are fast coming onto my radar. I wonder as my car won’t be a garage queen (done that in the past and never drove the car how it should have been driven ) maybe the R is a decent option and potentially 15% less money?
Big E 118 said:
I really enjoyed my 987 Spyder and it's one of the cars I've owned that I'd re-visit at some point. As mentioned before very spec dependent, you want the carbon buckets, lightweight wheels etc.
To put into perspective of how much I enjoyed the car as a driving experience I replaced it with a V10 Audi R8 and was so underwhelmed I sold the R8 within 6 months! Obviously the R8 was blisteringly quick but after the Spyder felt big, heavy on the road and not as special to me.
Have you thought about a series 3 Lotus Exige? I found mine was closest in experience to the Spyder but a lot quicker and more raw. Exige offers you the benefit of hard top and roofless as well.
I’ve not considered the Wxige but have been looking very closely at the supercharged Elise’s. I keep thinking I’ve definitely made a decision on which way to go, then I read or watch another review / ownership experience and make an about turn! To put into perspective of how much I enjoyed the car as a driving experience I replaced it with a V10 Audi R8 and was so underwhelmed I sold the R8 within 6 months! Obviously the R8 was blisteringly quick but after the Spyder felt big, heavy on the road and not as special to me.
Have you thought about a series 3 Lotus Exige? I found mine was closest in experience to the Spyder but a lot quicker and more raw. Exige offers you the benefit of hard top and roofless as well.
Big E 118 said:
I really enjoyed my 987 Spyder and it's one of the cars I've owned that I'd re-visit at some point. As mentioned before very spec dependent, you want the carbon buckets, lightweight wheels etc.
To put into perspective of how much I enjoyed the car as a driving experience I replaced it with a V10 Audi R8 and was so underwhelmed I sold the R8 within 6 months! Obviously the R8 was blisteringly quick but after the Spyder felt big, heavy on the road and not as special to me.
Have you thought about a series 3 Lotus Exige? I found mine was closest in experience to the Spyder but a lot quicker and more raw. Exige offers you the benefit of hard top and roofless as well.
I’ve not considered the Wxige but have been looking very closely at the supercharged Elise’s. I keep thinking I’ve definitely made a decision on which way to go, then I read or watch another review / ownership experience and make an about turn! To put into perspective of how much I enjoyed the car as a driving experience I replaced it with a V10 Audi R8 and was so underwhelmed I sold the R8 within 6 months! Obviously the R8 was blisteringly quick but after the Spyder felt big, heavy on the road and not as special to me.
Have you thought about a series 3 Lotus Exige? I found mine was closest in experience to the Spyder but a lot quicker and more raw. Exige offers you the benefit of hard top and roofless as well.
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