Boxster Spyder

[Sandy59]

Cheib said:

Has anyone owned both generations ? How do they compare ? I know the roof mechanism is much improved on the later car but not intending to drive the car with the roof up! No interest in PDK first gen either.

I had a 987 version and now have the 981.
I wouldn't say the roof is much improved IMO, easier to put up yes but you can't remove it from the car, and can't open the boot without releasing the flaps, which seems a bit of a faff and oversight to me.

Speed, handling, ride, and sound are on a different level IMO in the 981, I did prefer the steering in the 987 to be honest, it's a bit lighter in the 981 and it does have a faster rack which is nice though.

[Porsche911R]

CarreraLightweightRacing said:

I tried sending you a pm, please let me know if it works as I have tried on 3 or 4 occasions with other on PH and for some reason it never seems to work?

yes and I have sent you an email back.

[wellzee]

Pics you say?! (Please don't report me to the naff plate police - I know it's a reach but it was unregistered and therefore cheap )

[renmure]

They do have a classy looking bum

[breadvan]

photos you say.........

[Akajak]

at PCGB bbq last year

[TheAnimal]

When I was younger...

[Boxster7]

Looking down from on top the Reims pit garages
Excuse the fingerprints on the bootlid

[TB303]

TheAnimal said:

When I was younger...

You should buy it back!

[kevs 172]

Sandy59 said:

Cheib said:

Has anyone owned both generations ? How do they compare ? I know the roof mechanism is much improved on the later car but not intending to drive the car with the roof up! No interest in PDK first gen either.

I had a 987 version and now have the 981.
I wouldn't say the roof is much improved IMO, easier to put up yes but you can't remove it from the car, and can't open the boot without releasing the flaps, which seems a bit of a faff and oversight to me.

Speed, handling, ride, and sound are on a different level IMO in the 981, I did prefer the steering in the 987 to be honest, it's a bit lighter in the 981 and it does have a faster rack which is nice though.

Interesting,
I test drove a 981 and was slightly disappointed,and I've ended up keeping my 987.
The 987 feels more alive,and very nearly or just as quick imv.

Edited by kevs 172 on Friday 10th February 17:14

[RSVP911]

Sandy59 said:

I could raise that to 2 Spyders, although one of them isn't mine unfortunately !

Don't worry - you can pick up a 981 Spyder to add to your other one

[daro911]

breadvan said:

photos you say.........

[daro911]

breadvan said:

photos you say.........

[paul789]

Damn, voodoo upon voodoo. My life is defined by a lack of voodoo blue in my life.

Edited by paul789 on Friday 10th February 19:10

[Sandy59]

kevs 172 said:

Sandy59 said:

Cheib said:

Has anyone owned both generations ? How do they compare ? I know the roof mechanism is much improved on the later car but not intending to drive the car with the roof up! No interest in PDK first gen either.

I had a 987 version and now have the 981.
I wouldn't say the roof is much improved IMO, easier to put up yes but you can't remove it from the car, and can't open the boot without releasing the flaps, which seems a bit of a faff and oversight to me.

Speed, handling, ride, and sound are on a different level IMO in the 981, I did prefer the steering in the 987 to be honest, it's a bit lighter in the 981 and it does have a faster rack which is nice though.

Interesting,
I test drove a 981 and was slightly disappointed,and I've ended up keeping my 987.
The 987 feels more alive,and very nearly or just as quick imv.

Edited by kevs 172 on Friday 10th February 17:14

Well I did say IMO and I stand by that, loved the 987 as well though and certainly wouldn't rule out getting another at some point.

[Fokker]

pencil9 said:

A lovely colour for a Spyder - GT silver?

[Sandy59]

RSVP911 said:

Sandy59 said:

I could raise that to 2 Spyders, although one of them isn't mine unfortunately !

Don't worry - you can pick up a 981 Spyder to add to your other one

I wish !!
Just not that keen on LHD so went for the 981 in the end

[Beaver]

[Timbo_Mint]

What's better than A Spyders Bum?



Two Spyders Bums

[RSVP911]

Beaver said:

It's my favourite! You win , lovely lovely spec