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My new 718 Spyder

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  1. ebobh15

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    #1 ebobh15, Apr 17, 2021
    Just took delivery today. The dealer received it from Porsche NA as an ad/exec demo, so it had some miles, but is in pristine condition. They wrapped the nose to keep it clean, and did a full CPO inspection, fluids, etc. I went to the dealer to discuss purchasing my current Boxster at lease end, and they had this yet-to-be-listed in the prep area. They pulled it out so I could test drive it, after which I put $$ down and signed docs.

    GT Silver, with Bordeaux Red dash, seats and roof. Alcantara inserts in black & on the under-dash area. 6 speed manual (apologies to the PDK enthusiasts, I had the PDK on my Boxster, but wanted the true, old-time sports car experience). I wasn't sure I'd like the red, but it looks even better in person than in photos. The stance of the car, the GT4/GT3 equipment, and the speedster humps set it apart from anything else out there (and at $800K less than the 918 Spyder). The only nominal gripe is that they could have badged it as a 982 Spyder instead of a 718, especially since it is a flat 6...

    As others have noted, the manual roof is wonky, and second gear is pretty tall. It is, though, glued to the road and an absolute pleasure to drive. I'm 6-0 and 210lbs, but fit comfortably. The noise level is lower than I thought it might be after reading so many talk about it. I'd want it a little more raucous if I had a choice.

    Sadly, this is probably the end of an era - NA, manual trans, manual roof, gas powered engine. I'm hoping to drive it like I stole it for quite awhile.
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  2. Jack-the-lad

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    #2 Jack-the-lad, May 28, 2021
    That’s a great car, Bob. I foolishly sold my Boxster RS60 and am now searching for a CPO 981 S 6-speed. Hens’ teeth right now.

    I’d love to have the 718 GTS 4.0, but they’re just too $$$.
     
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    #3 ebobh15, May 28, 2021
    Thanks! Everything is pretty tough to find right now, even for those who have a relationship with the dealer. If I hadn't been in the right place at the right time...
     
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    #4 bbs911, May 29, 2021
    Beautiful car in a great color combo. I took delivery of mine in late January and have been stuck in the engine break-in period since.
     
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    #5 rockminster, May 29, 2021
    Love the spec - well done


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    #6 95spiderman, May 30, 2021
    Love it! Keep it forever then do exhaust and maybe even new gearset over time if start getting bored
     
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    #7 QtrItalian, Jun 26, 2021
    If I may ask, do you have any concern with windshield glare with the Bordeaux on top? I can't find any near me to inspect and of course this interior design is unique among their model line-up.
    On a different note I almost wish they allowed deviated stitching on the "Classic Spyder" interior you have (probably black, maybe silver) to further set off the center console like on the black versions but alas....
     
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    #8 Jack-the-lad, Jun 27, 2021
    Guess what.....I bought back my RS60 last week. The new owner wasn’t physically comfortable in the car, and I missed it, so it’s back in the garage. As as bonus, according to recent sales on BAT, I made a >$10K paper profit on the exchange.
     
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    #9 stoked_7, Jun 27, 2021
    Great looking Spyder and nice build. I bet it's a blast to drive.
     
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    #11 Jack-the-lad, May 1, 2022
    A year later….still loving it?
     
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    #12 Jack-the-lad, Dec 4, 2022
    Yesterday I took the RS60 out for an afternoon drive. The weather here has been beautiful….upper 50s, low humidity, no wind to speak of. It was late afternoon and the sun was in my eyes, the little motor was pounding away behind me, making the most of a modest 303hp. I took a few laps around the old (WW2 bomber training base) municipal airport ring road…not quite Goodwood circuit, but it’ll do. No one out there but me. It was fantastic.

    It had been at least four months since I’d driven the car so I had some trepidation about starting her up. But no, she never disappoints, fired immediately, no drama, even the tires were still at optimum pressures.

    This is why I’ll always have a Porsche.
     
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    #13 Bullfighter, Dec 6, 2022
    Sounds like a memorable drive. I know what you mean - took my 964 out after a month parked, no battery tender: started immediately and ran perfectly. Rock steady idle, perfect operating temperature.

    Porsches are tough. She ran cool all summer, and it’s over 100 degrees F here for several months.


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    #14 RosalindBarton, Dec 29, 2022
    The light grey with a trim color that pops like orange is cool IMO. Don't feel as though you need to follow in the colors of Porsche as this is a unique car. Go with what moves you. This is a car that you can design around you. Great choice. Looking forward to the dirty details. Congrats.
     
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    #15 Jack-the-lad, Mar 12, 2024
    Three years on…if you ever have a notion to move it on, I’m here for you.;)
     
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    #16 ebobh15, Mar 12, 2024
    Thanks, I’m good with it. I inquired about swapping up to a Spyder RS, but hadn’t bought the requisite 5-6 previous Porsches and being willing to spend $40K over list…just the draw of the GT-3 engine, probably. The longer I have it, the more I like it. I’m mulling installing over axle pipes to add some throatiness to the exhaust, other than that, I’ll keep it for at least another 5-6 years (much to my wife’s relief).
     
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    #17 JayO, Mar 15, 2024
    I agree with you... I'm adding over axle pipes this spring. My one and only complaint about the Spyder is it's a little too quiet.
     
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    #18 ebobh15, Mar 18, 2024
    I’m looking at Kline, Fabspeed and Soul as options. Soul has an installer near me, Kline is a couple hours away. If you’ve made your choice, which ones and what were the deciding factors? I’m in California, so I also would like to still pass emissions testing...
     
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    #19 JayO, Mar 18, 2024
    My dealer sells Soul, so that's originally what I was considering. But, after reading Rennlist a bunch, I decided to go with the Flat 6 Motorsports pipes. In the end, I just liked the idea of the Flat 6 pipes having the heat shielding on them. I haven't read anything about people with the Soul pipes having any issues, but the extra insurance at a slightly better price seems like a no-brainer.

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