987 Spyder for touring !
Discussion
Champs said:
I'm beginning to think AC is a must to be able to enjoy the car in any chosen summer month, in any European country.
I could plan my trips around moderate months like April, May, maybe June, then Sept and Oct and Nov ?
I really want a Spyder but can't find a manual, buckets with AC !
981's are still too highly priced to leave in storage and just use on fun trips maybe even once a year !
I sold my manual, buckets, Spyder wheels and AC on Monday, it was on AT on Monday this week so I am not sure they are super hard to find.I could plan my trips around moderate months like April, May, maybe June, then Sept and Oct and Nov ?
I really want a Spyder but can't find a manual, buckets with AC !
981's are still too highly priced to leave in storage and just use on fun trips maybe even once a year !
As others have said very usable car, storage, comfort and special to drive especially top down less so top up. Top up without the back screen in is very pleasant.
Go for it, I enjoyed mine for 5 years but just wasn’t using it enough to justify that plus it’s garage companion.
Thank you LemonTart, nice to know that the spec is around !
Not being from the U.K limits me on where to look.
I was only looking on PistonHeads !
I'll search Auto Trader too now. I do need to be careful who I buy from as I'll be buying without seeing in the metal, and I'll require storage each and every month.
I'll also need to register the car in my name, and find a dealer prepared to use their address for correspondence as I do not have a U.K address !
Not being from the U.K limits me on where to look.
I was only looking on PistonHeads !
I'll search Auto Trader too now. I do need to be careful who I buy from as I'll be buying without seeing in the metal, and I'll require storage each and every month.
I'll also need to register the car in my name, and find a dealer prepared to use their address for correspondence as I do not have a U.K address !
TommyRS_ said:
Well best of luck with the continued hunt for one.
You’re quite fortunate at the minute as there are 3 nice examples available all of which have buckets and manual gearbox.
I’m sure you’ve spotted them already, But they are Pilote Classics, Ashgoods Porsche and Porsche Leicester.
Thank you Sir !You’re quite fortunate at the minute as there are 3 nice examples available all of which have buckets and manual gearbox.
I’m sure you’ve spotted them already, But they are Pilote Classics, Ashgoods Porsche and Porsche Leicester.
You all will be the first to be updated on what transpires !
I assume all 3 these dealers are top notch to deal with
I've tried doing my homework by reading a few reviews.
Billy_Whizzzz said:
I have air con in all my cars. Never use it. Ever. I have windows that open and a sunroof. And in the Spyder a top that comes off. Been all over Europe in mid summer in my land rover defender 110 with no air con. In my Spyder I’m more interested in my heated seats
It's great to hear this from your first hand experience Sir !I have a couple Porsche's I've specced with Radio / infotainment delete, but always with AC.
We don't all need a radio when we have a beautiful flat 6 on the howl and a 6 speed joy stick for company !
I can hardly wait for a 987 Spyder. It's the one for me !
Champs said:
If any of you could offer any input, are the black 19 inch Carerra S 11 wheels less desirable than the lightweights ?
Pilote Classics have a Spyder with these wheels, and I was just wondering about ever selling one day if this wheel would count against
me ?
Personally I prefer the lightweight Spyder wheels !
Thank you all once again dear friends !
Hi,Pilote Classics have a Spyder with these wheels, and I was just wondering about ever selling one day if this wheel would count against
me ?
Personally I prefer the lightweight Spyder wheels !
Thank you all once again dear friends !
The Carerra S wheels are slightly heavier than the Spyder wheels but there is not a massive amount in it. So would not put you off.
The Spyder wheels are not as expensive as you think (£3.5k can buy you a new set without any haggling) and considering how much you could get for the Carrera II wheels the price to change would be a little bit more palatable.
That Pilote Classic car was owned by me previously so I can assure you the service history is spot on with full OPC history and a considerable amount spent at the Porsche dealer to keep it up to scratch. Pilote Classic have done a great job of making it even more special with all the detailing that it has had done - it was in good shape with me but I was amazed how good it looks in the pictures.
I certainly did not find the lack of AC an issue and was perfectly fine for the Scottish trips in the car. I also worked in SA for a number of years so know where you are coming from - probably still got the 3rd degree burns from touching the steering wheel of the Avis Citi Golf when visiting Franschhoek
George
Edited by douglasgdmw on Thursday 22 April 13:07
Hi George,
Thank you so much for this info ! This means sooo much to hear from a previous owner !
I am sad to report that 30 min ago I got a message from Pilote that the car is gone
It really did look magnificent and I bet Polite are great gentleman to deal with ! I was smitten but spent the past two days doing a little homework and got beaten to it !
Thankyou for your input and advise on the AC.
I hope you enjoyed SA and Western Cape.
Come back soon and look me up !
Greetings, Barry
Thank you so much for this info ! This means sooo much to hear from a previous owner !
I am sad to report that 30 min ago I got a message from Pilote that the car is gone
It really did look magnificent and I bet Polite are great gentleman to deal with ! I was smitten but spent the past two days doing a little homework and got beaten to it !
Thankyou for your input and advise on the AC.
I hope you enjoyed SA and Western Cape.
Come back soon and look me up !
Greetings, Barry
Barry,
Sorry to hear you missed out in a great car and best of luck in the search.
Will definitely give you a shout if I am back out in the Western Cape, exchange rate for Rand looks like its back to the days of 2003 when I was in CPT which would have been good for us Brits if it wasn't for this virus ??
If you need any advice then feel free to give me a DM. Would also recommend you subscribe to Porsche Boxster Spyders (UK) facebook group as often cars come up for sale there prior to coming onto market.
Look me up when you get to do the NC500, still to decide on my next vehicle after the Spyder but don't think the Series 2a Land Rover I am getting restored would keep up ??
Cheers
George
Sorry to hear you missed out in a great car and best of luck in the search.
Will definitely give you a shout if I am back out in the Western Cape, exchange rate for Rand looks like its back to the days of 2003 when I was in CPT which would have been good for us Brits if it wasn't for this virus ??
If you need any advice then feel free to give me a DM. Would also recommend you subscribe to Porsche Boxster Spyders (UK) facebook group as often cars come up for sale there prior to coming onto market.
Look me up when you get to do the NC500, still to decide on my next vehicle after the Spyder but don't think the Series 2a Land Rover I am getting restored would keep up ??
Cheers
George
Champs said:
Hi everyone, I'm interested in buying a 987 Spyder to use for touring to Ireland, NC 500, Europe etc.
It would be a car to enjoy for two weeks of the year on annual trips. I am form the southern tip of Africa !
Most of the manuals I see have no AC ! How important is AC for driver comfort In the U.K ?
I appreciate everyone's valued advice, and thank you in advance !
I have a Manual AC car that l could be persuaded to let go if you are still looking. PM me. Regards. It would be a car to enjoy for two weeks of the year on annual trips. I am form the southern tip of Africa !
Most of the manuals I see have no AC ! How important is AC for driver comfort In the U.K ?
I appreciate everyone's valued advice, and thank you in advance !
Hi Andy, it would be so great to find a Spyder from an enthusiast on Pistonheads !
It really does mean so much to be able to meet and speak and question the owner, unlike at a dealer who gives you the , "not that I'm aware of answers !"
My heart is set on a manual, buckets, white, Spyder mags, low millage, previously loved car.
I had a toss up between thinking of a Spyder or an R. My initial choice was an R !
However, my commonsense tells me that were talking of a 10 to 11 year old car, and Spyders are more likely to have been fair weather toys.
So I trust looking for the Spyder will end up getting me the ' better ' car for my intention.
However, Ii I found a low millage pampered R like the Zanzibar red one that was at RPM with AC, I think I would change my mind !
Thank you all for your invaluable help and advice !
This one is low mileage 10736 and well loved looked after for me by Cameron Sports Cars just outside Bath I am the 2nd owner. I’vedone the full Porsche ownership experience 911, Macan, GT4, Cayman S and the Spyder manuals and PDKs for last 3 years and just love the flexibility of the PDK especially when touring. We done over 3k miles in two weeks around Europe to the Austrian GP Stelvio etc and the NC500 where the PDK really came into its own..... this car is exceptional but I’m just not using it enough and it needs to be driven more just bought a new VW California for touring around in our new COVID world ... if you want chat drop me a PM
Gentleman, It's been a while since I've wanted to update :
The Ashgood Spyder 6 speed buckets became mine about a month ago
It was not cheap, but I needed a low mile car that was not just clean upon first glance, but clean underneath too.
My reasoning was, seeing I am only able to use it for about 10 days of the year, it would be standing for long periods, and a car that stands a lot, ends up needing a lot of maintenance. So I wanted an as new as possible underside of a Spyder ! I think this one suits what I needed. Thus far I've only been able to observe pics, but she looks absolutely gorgeous all round !
She's currently in storage, waiting for Covid to allow travel
I can hardly wait to come over and sample some fine Welsh roads and scenery !
Thank you all for the great keyboard talk and encouragement that helped me in my decision !
The Ashgood Spyder 6 speed buckets became mine about a month ago
It was not cheap, but I needed a low mile car that was not just clean upon first glance, but clean underneath too.
My reasoning was, seeing I am only able to use it for about 10 days of the year, it would be standing for long periods, and a car that stands a lot, ends up needing a lot of maintenance. So I wanted an as new as possible underside of a Spyder ! I think this one suits what I needed. Thus far I've only been able to observe pics, but she looks absolutely gorgeous all round !
She's currently in storage, waiting for Covid to allow travel
I can hardly wait to come over and sample some fine Welsh roads and scenery !
Thank you all for the great keyboard talk and encouragement that helped me in my decision !
Champs said:
Gentleman, It's been a while since I've wanted to update :
The Ashgood Spyder 6 speed buckets became mine about a month ago
It was not cheap, but I needed a low mile car that was not just clean upon first glance, but clean underneath too.
My reasoning was, seeing I am only able to use it for about 10 days of the year, it would be standing for long periods, and a car that stands a lot, ends up needing a lot of maintenance. So I wanted an as new as possible underside of a Spyder ! I think this one suits what I needed. Thus far I've only been able to observe pics, but she looks absolutely gorgeous all round !
She's currently in storage, waiting for Covid to allow travel
I can hardly wait to come over and sample some fine Welsh roads and scenery !
Thank you all for the great keyboard talk and encouragement that helped me in my decision !
Glad you managed to get a Spyder. Just make sure that the storage company rotates the tyres for you to eliminate any flat spots. Last thing you want is the vibration of flat spots to ruin your trip when you use the car (or having to replace the tyres unnecessarily).The Ashgood Spyder 6 speed buckets became mine about a month ago
It was not cheap, but I needed a low mile car that was not just clean upon first glance, but clean underneath too.
My reasoning was, seeing I am only able to use it for about 10 days of the year, it would be standing for long periods, and a car that stands a lot, ends up needing a lot of maintenance. So I wanted an as new as possible underside of a Spyder ! I think this one suits what I needed. Thus far I've only been able to observe pics, but she looks absolutely gorgeous all round !
She's currently in storage, waiting for Covid to allow travel
I can hardly wait to come over and sample some fine Welsh roads and scenery !
Thank you all for the great keyboard talk and encouragement that helped me in my decision !
George
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