Boxster S Spyder

Wachuko · 11-05-2009, 08:17 PM

I want one

http://www.porsche.com/usa/aboutpors...&id=2009-11-05

Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is introducing a new top version of the Porsche Boxster, a light mid-engined roadster making its world debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show in December.

Weighing just 1,275 kg or 2,811 lb, the Boxster Spyder is the lightest model throughout the entire range of Porsche cars. Clearly recognisable right from the start, this new mid-engined roadster represents the true, purist form of the Porsche sports car - light, powerful, consistently open, and very efficient.

This is precisely the formula already applied in creating Porsche's most successful road-going sports and racing cars, ranging from the legendary 550 Spyder all the way to the RS Spyder so successful in motorsport today.

The Boxster Spyder now continues this clear-cut philosophy with full homologation for the road, thus reflecting a common wish expressed by Porsche customers. The new model is entering the market in February 2010 as the third version in the Boxster range, joining the Boxster and Boxster S.

The new member of the Boxster family stands out clearly at very first sight from the other versions of Porsche's mid-engined roadster. Quite simply because the Boxster Spyder has been developed first and foremost for driving in the open air, the low-slung, light soft top extending far to the rear serving exclusively to protect the driver and passenger from bright sunshine, wind and weather. When closed, the soft top, together with the extra-low side windows and the two striking bulges on the single-piece rear lid, boasts a stretched and sleek silhouette reminiscent of the Carrera GT.

Significantly less weight than the Boxster S, a lower centre of gravity and an all-new sports suspension give the Boxster Spyder the right kind of driving dynamics clearly reflecting the unique look of the car.

The Boxster Spyder features a 3.4-litre six-cylinder with Direct Fuel Injection upfront of the rear axle. Maximum output is 320 bhp, 10 bhp more than in the Boxster S.

Equipped with PDK Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe and the Sports Chrono Package, the new Spyder, using Launch Control, accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Again with optional PDK, fuel consumption is a mere 9.3 litres on 100 kilometres (equal to 30.4 mpg imp) in the NEDC New European Driving Cycle. Top speed, in turn, is 267 km/h or 166 mph - with the roof open.

In terms of its fundamental concept, the entire Boxster family is the successor to the legendary 550 Spyder built back in 1953, both models sharing the same mid-engine roadster concept, low weight, back-to-the-roots lifestyle, and supreme agility com-bined with equally outstanding driving pleasure.

The 550 Spyder was the first sports car from Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen developed specifically for racing but also homologated for the road. In the years following its production, this unique Spyder weighing only 550 kg or 1,213 lb, scored numerous victories on race circuits and in the road races so popular at the time.

The 550 Spyder was followed by other extremely successful Porsche Spyders such as the 718 RS 60 in 1960.

In 2004 and 2008 Porsche dedicated a limited edition of special Boxsters bearing the additional name Spyder to these legendary racing cars. By contrast, the new Boxster Spyder is a regular, specially developed and upgraded production model with far-reaching modifications versus the Boxster and Boxster S.

Market introduction of the new Porsche Boxster Spyder will start worldwide in February 2010.

RonCT · 11-06-2009, 08:51 AM

Here's what I'd like... Give me a Boxster S w/ the PDK and new paddles, Sport Buckets, the up-tuned engine at 320 hp, doors, etc. But I wouldn't want the manual top...

Doug&Julie · 11-06-2009, 09:55 AM

I think they could have gone further with weight reduction, but at least it's not a Boxster with new stickers.

I give it a

JimmiLew · 11-06-2009, 10:32 AM

I was looking at a Ferrari 430 F1 Spyder. I was really thinking about it. But, for about 140K less I can get one of these, and stay loyal to the marque. Done deal!

I think this car looks awesome and is a bargain for the price. What more could you possibly need?

JL

grey ghost · 11-06-2009, 10:51 AM

know if you could get the GT-3 adjustable suspension. does anyone know if it will be adjustable.

rob

Wachuko · 11-06-2009, 11:11 AM

Larger images:

Doug&Julie · 11-06-2009, 11:20 AM

The web special on Porsche's website is pretty cool. Some nice big photos there.

Wachuko · 11-06-2009, 11:21 AM

Videos (thank you 88 951S for the find) !!:

And official site:

http://www.porsche.com/microsite/box...yder/usa.aspx/

pcar964 · 11-06-2009, 01:13 PM

WOW. For the first time in a long time, I find myself looking at a new Porsche model and thinking "I like it"

I wonder if the car comes sans electronic driver aids.

Doug&Julie · 11-06-2009, 02:20 PM

Did you notice on the webpage that the PDK now (like the new Turbo) has a "proper" flappy paddle shifter on the wheel? For once, Porsche listened!

Wachuko · 11-06-2009, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doug&Julie

Did you notice on the webpage that the PDK now (like the new Turbo) has a "proper" flappy paddle shifter on the wheel? For once, Porsche listened!

oh yeah!

In the past I would always go with the stick shift.... now with this PDK, and having driven a few cars with it.... I just don't know...

Doug&Julie · 11-06-2009, 02:28 PM

I wonder how many of those new wheels will be retrofitted to current Boxsters / Caymen? Hell, all of the cars..

pcar964 · 11-06-2009, 06:09 PM

PDK is overcomplicated. Impressive technology yes, but can you imagine the cost of fixing something that goes wrong? Or trying to fix it yourself? Nightmare, and an expensive one at that. Not to mention there have already been PDK problems with press cars, and that's a very small sample size. I would stay far away - just like the junk PCCB that were never ready for prime time in the first place, and are hugely expensive to replace when they go bad.

Give me one of these spyders sans electronics, manual box, 18" wheels, LSD, and throw in air-con and I'll happily make one my daily beater.

Holger B · 11-06-2009, 10:16 PM

I like it a lot, but not so keen on that "roof". How do you wash the thing without turning it into a fish bowl? Also, what's the lifespan of those internal PDK clutches? And have they fixed all the direct injection problems yet?

malmasri · 11-07-2009, 05:22 PM

Nice Indeed. Color Options?

11-05-2009, 08:17 PM	#1
Wachuko Professor of Pending Projects Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 7,310	Boxster S Spyder I want one http://www.porsche.com/usa/aboutpors...&id=2009-11-05 Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is introducing a new top version of the Porsche Boxster, a light mid-engined roadster making its world debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show in December. Weighing just 1,275 kg or 2,811 lb, the Boxster Spyder is the lightest model throughout the entire range of Porsche cars. Clearly recognisable right from the start, this new mid-engined roadster represents the true, purist form of the Porsche sports car - light, powerful, consistently open, and very efficient. This is precisely the formula already applied in creating Porsche's most successful road-going sports and racing cars, ranging from the legendary 550 Spyder all the way to the RS Spyder so successful in motorsport today. The Boxster Spyder now continues this clear-cut philosophy with full homologation for the road, thus reflecting a common wish expressed by Porsche customers. The new model is entering the market in February 2010 as the third version in the Boxster range, joining the Boxster and Boxster S. The new member of the Boxster family stands out clearly at very first sight from the other versions of Porsche's mid-engined roadster. Quite simply because the Boxster Spyder has been developed first and foremost for driving in the open air, the low-slung, light soft top extending far to the rear serving exclusively to protect the driver and passenger from bright sunshine, wind and weather. When closed, the soft top, together with the extra-low side windows and the two striking bulges on the single-piece rear lid, boasts a stretched and sleek silhouette reminiscent of the Carrera GT. Significantly less weight than the Boxster S, a lower centre of gravity and an all-new sports suspension give the Boxster Spyder the right kind of driving dynamics clearly reflecting the unique look of the car. The Boxster Spyder features a 3.4-litre six-cylinder with Direct Fuel Injection upfront of the rear axle. Maximum output is 320 bhp, 10 bhp more than in the Boxster S. Equipped with PDK Porsche-Doppelkupplungsgetriebe and the Sports Chrono Package, the new Spyder, using Launch Control, accelerates from a standstill to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Again with optional PDK, fuel consumption is a mere 9.3 litres on 100 kilometres (equal to 30.4 mpg imp) in the NEDC New European Driving Cycle. Top speed, in turn, is 267 km/h or 166 mph - with the roof open. In terms of its fundamental concept, the entire Boxster family is the successor to the legendary 550 Spyder built back in 1953, both models sharing the same mid-engine roadster concept, low weight, back-to-the-roots lifestyle, and supreme agility com-bined with equally outstanding driving pleasure. The 550 Spyder was the first sports car from Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen developed specifically for racing but also homologated for the road. In the years following its production, this unique Spyder weighing only 550 kg or 1,213 lb, scored numerous victories on race circuits and in the road races so popular at the time. The 550 Spyder was followed by other extremely successful Porsche Spyders such as the 718 RS 60 in 1960. In 2004 and 2008 Porsche dedicated a limited edition of special Boxsters bearing the additional name Spyder to these legendary racing cars. By contrast, the new Boxster Spyder is a regular, specially developed and upgraded production model with far-reaching modifications versus the Boxster and Boxster S. Market introduction of the new Porsche Boxster Spyder will start worldwide in February 2010. __________________ Drive Safe! Jaime Diaz (a.k.a Wachuko) '83 911 Schieferblaumetallic SC Coupe -> Transformation '91 964 C4 Wide-Body Cabriolet '09 BMW X5 xDrive35d MaxJax low-ceiling two-post lift Missed but never forgotten: '02 996TT Seal Gray '04 VW Golf R32 '97 993 C2S Vesuvius Metallic with Aerokit '87 951 Rennlist Member 020402-3738 Last edited by Wachuko; 11-06-2009 at 11:09 AM. Reason: Added one more photo

11-06-2009, 08:51 AM	#2
RonCT Moderator Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Connecticut Posts: 3,497	Here's what I'd like... Give me a Boxster S w/ the PDK and new paddles, Sport Buckets, the up-tuned engine at 320 hp, doors, etc. But I wouldn't want the manual top... __________________ 2009 C2S Aqua Blue, Sport PASM / LSD, Cup Control Arms, PFC97 / SRF, Volk TE37 18" w/ RA1s, GT2 seats, Tequiptment bar, Schroth Profi II-H. 2007 GT3 Arctic Silver, bone stock. 2007 C2S Cobalt Blue, Cup Control Arms, PFC97s / SRF, Fikse 13 w/ RA1s. 1992 C2 Race Modified.

11-06-2009, 09:55 AM	#3
Doug&Julie Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: In a constant state of giddyness Posts: 5,481	I think they could have gone further with weight reduction, but at least it's not a Boxster with new stickers. I give it a __________________ Doug Currently Between Porsches '08 Subaru Impreza (His) '03 Subaru Forester XS (Hers) Part of my soul: 1974 911 1978 911SC Targa 2001 Boxster 1970 911T 1999 Boxster 1972 911T 1988 911 Carrera 1999 Boxster 1984 911 Turbo Look 1973 911 Targa 1988 944

11-06-2009, 11:11 AM	#6
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11-06-2009, 11:20 AM	#7
Doug&Julie Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: In a constant state of giddyness Posts: 5,481	The web special on Porsche's website is pretty cool. Some nice big photos there. __________________ Doug Currently Between Porsches '08 Subaru Impreza (His) '03 Subaru Forester XS (Hers) Part of my soul: 1974 911 1978 911SC Targa 2001 Boxster 1970 911T 1999 Boxster 1972 911T 1988 911 Carrera 1999 Boxster 1984 911 Turbo Look 1973 911 Targa 1988 944

11-06-2009, 10:32 AM	#4
JimmiLew Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 530	I was looking at a Ferrari 430 F1 Spyder. I was really thinking about it. But, for about 140K less I can get one of these, and stay loyal to the marque. Done deal! I think this car looks awesome and is a bargain for the price. What more could you possibly need? JL

11-06-2009, 10:51 AM	#5
grey ghost User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: lincolnton NC Posts: 33	know if you could get the GT-3 adjustable suspension. does anyone know if it will be adjustable. rob

11-06-2009, 11:21 AM	#8
Wachuko Professor of Pending Projects Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 7,310	Videos (thank you 88 951S for the find) !!: And official site: http://www.porsche.com/microsite/box...yder/usa.aspx/ __________________ Drive Safe! Jaime Diaz (a.k.a Wachuko) '83 911 Schieferblaumetallic SC Coupe -> Transformation '91 964 C4 Wide-Body Cabriolet '09 BMW X5 xDrive35d MaxJax low-ceiling two-post lift Missed but never forgotten: '02 996TT Seal Gray '04 VW Golf R32 '97 993 C2S Vesuvius Metallic with Aerokit '87 951 Rennlist Member 020402-3738

11-06-2009, 01:13 PM	#9
pcar964 Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: fla Posts: 4,601	WOW. For the first time in a long time, I find myself looking at a new Porsche model and thinking "I like it" I wonder if the car comes sans electronic driver aids. __________________ 965

11-06-2009, 02:20 PM	#10
Doug&Julie Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: In a constant state of giddyness Posts: 5,481	Did you notice on the webpage that the PDK now (like the new Turbo) has a "proper" flappy paddle shifter on the wheel? For once, Porsche listened! __________________ Doug Currently Between Porsches '08 Subaru Impreza (His) '03 Subaru Forester XS (Hers) Part of my soul: 1974 911 1978 911SC Targa 2001 Boxster 1970 911T 1999 Boxster 1972 911T 1988 911 Carrera 1999 Boxster 1984 911 Turbo Look 1973 911 Targa 1988 944

11-06-2009, 02:28 PM	#12
Doug&Julie Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: In a constant state of giddyness Posts: 5,481	I wonder how many of those new wheels will be retrofitted to current Boxsters / Caymen? Hell, all of the cars.. __________________ Doug Currently Between Porsches '08 Subaru Impreza (His) '03 Subaru Forester XS (Hers) Part of my soul: 1974 911 1978 911SC Targa 2001 Boxster 1970 911T 1999 Boxster 1972 911T 1988 911 Carrera 1999 Boxster 1984 911 Turbo Look 1973 911 Targa 1988 944

11-06-2009, 06:09 PM	#13
pcar964 Addict Lifetime Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: fla Posts: 4,601	PDK is overcomplicated. Impressive technology yes, but can you imagine the cost of fixing something that goes wrong? Or trying to fix it yourself? Nightmare, and an expensive one at that. Not to mention there have already been PDK problems with press cars, and that's a very small sample size. I would stay far away - just like the junk PCCB that were never ready for prime time in the first place, and are hugely expensive to replace when they go bad. Give me one of these spyders sans electronics, manual box, 18" wheels, LSD, and throw in air-con and I'll happily make one my daily beater. __________________ 965

11-06-2009, 10:16 PM	#14
Holger B Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: SF Posts: 3,255	I like it a lot, but not so keen on that "roof". How do you wash the thing without turning it into a fish bowl? Also, what's the lifespan of those internal PDK clutches? And have they fixed all the direct injection problems yet? __________________ 2004 GT3...sold 1999 996 C2...sold Purchase your autographed copy of my debut novel, Hedge Fund, at Unfungible Books Also available as an App for your phone or Kindle Thanks for your support!

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