Boxster Spyder - Looks promising - Page 2 - LotusTalk

Gizmo3000 · 11-05-2009, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Slipstreamer

Kinda looks like the soft top of the earlier S1 Elise.

I think it's more hideous.

wonder if there's a hardtop option, cause I doubt anyone would want to be seen driving that car with the soft top on, blech.

I agree, as a Lotus owner, it's kind of laughable to hear a 2800lb car being labeled "lightweight"

Slipstreamer · 11-05-2009, 01:22 PM

After seeing a close picture it really does looks hideous. What were they thinking?

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Originally Posted by Gizmo3000

I think it's more hideous.

wonder if there's a hardtop option, cause I doubt anyone would want to be seen driving that car with the soft top on, blech.

I agree, as a Lotus owner, it's kind of laughable to hear a 2800lb car being labeled "lightweight"

Allan Gibbs · 11-05-2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by tabajay

Radio? None.

Cupholder? None.

Air conditioning? Ditto.

Well, my first reaction was WOW!!! But no real roof, door pulls, radio, or A/C seems a stiff penalty for only 176 pounds - and the same weight as the Boxster I had 10 years ago. Maybe that would have more of an appeal as a Club Sport Cayman with a more stripped down interior.

But, I did see that the 2010 Boxster S will be getting 320hp like the Cayman S.

perryeyges · 11-05-2009, 01:54 PM

fast+forward, would you be so kind to post your avatar in a full size shot?

perryeyges · 11-05-2009, 02:07 PM

Having owned an Elise for 5 years I do know them rather well. I absolutley love the car for all of its attributes. For pure driving pleasure there is no replacement. However, when considering all elements of an ownership experience I will have to say that the the Lotus is not stellar when it comes to build quality. Further the FRP body on the car is IMHO is a negative focal point. Fragile and expensive to repair.
The next time around I am prepared to pay a weight penalty for a better built car overall.
I know that the Boxster Spyder is still portly in comparison to the Elise but I would expect the Porsche to realistically take down a stock N/A Elise in just about every category(braking, slalom, and acceleration). I also think that Porsche should be commended for taking a shot at this market especially since it is a regular model and not a limited # special edition.
I'll have mine with one option, PCCB's(ceramic brakes)

@2,761 lbs +/-

tabajay · 11-06-2009, 08:00 AM

Better hp/wt than an Exige S 240, people.

CosmosMpower · 11-06-2009, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by tabajay

Better hp/wt than an Exige S 240, people.

Works out to about the same to me.

2,100 lbs, 240 hp=8.75

2,800 lbs, 320 hp= 8.75

That top looks worthless and I think they should have shaved weight somewhere other than a/c, radio. Cool idea though.

perryeyges · 11-06-2009, 08:48 AM

I like the wackiness of the top...I am curious if the rear opens fron to back like a clamshell or if it opens like a normal trunk. I'm guessing clamshell and that those latches where the top stretch to are how you open it

Allan Gibbs · 11-06-2009, 09:34 AM

I think this car is a target for vandalism. I can see some hooligan stealing the soft top and cutting the door straps just for the fun of it.

On a related note. Is there any news for the next generation Boxster? Is it suppose to come out in 2011 (when my TT's lease is over

?)

wantanelise · 11-14-2009, 01:57 PM

wish they would make a 550 spyder or new model as opposed to using the boxster. Seem's a car that big to start with defeats the purpose. Especially when you go and take out the radio and all the other stuff. Dare I say pointless? That may be a little harsh.

ACE51 · 11-14-2009, 02:13 PM

they had to make something cool after coming out with that fuggly a** panamera thing.

Did this catch anyone else's eyes on that same page? EXCLUSIVE: Video Of Bugatti Veyron Actually Crashing Into Texas Lake - Bugatti Veyron - Jalopnik

ACE51 · 11-14-2009, 02:17 PM

those seats look pretty sweet.

perryeyges · 11-14-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by wantanelise

wish they would make a 550 spyder or new model as opposed to using the boxster. Seem's a car that big to start with defeats the purpose. Especially when you go and take out the radio and all the other stuff. Dare I say pointless? That may be a little harsh.

I hear they are working on a lighter entry level car.. I do like this one though, it's a step in the right direction..

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11-05-2009, 01:54 PM	#24 (permalink)
perryeyges Porsche-Pro Join Date: May 2004 Location: Berzerkley Posts: 3,118	fast+forward, would you be so kind to post your avatar in a full size shot?

11-05-2009, 02:07 PM	#25 (permalink)
perryeyges Porsche-Pro Join Date: May 2004 Location: Berzerkley Posts: 3,118	Having owned an Elise for 5 years I do know them rather well. I absolutley love the car for all of its attributes. For pure driving pleasure there is no replacement. However, when considering all elements of an ownership experience I will have to say that the the Lotus is not stellar when it comes to build quality. Further the FRP body on the car is IMHO is a negative focal point. Fragile and expensive to repair. The next time around I am prepared to pay a weight penalty for a better built car overall. I know that the Boxster Spyder is still portly in comparison to the Elise but I would expect the Porsche to realistically take down a stock N/A Elise in just about every category(braking, slalom, and acceleration). I also think that Porsche should be commended for taking a shot at this market especially since it is a regular model and not a limited # special edition. I'll have mine with one option, PCCB's(ceramic brakes) @2,761 lbs +/-

11-06-2009, 08:48 AM	#28 (permalink)
perryeyges Porsche-Pro Join Date: May 2004 Location: Berzerkley Posts: 3,118	I like the wackiness of the top...I am curious if the rear opens fron to back like a clamshell or if it opens like a normal trunk. I'm guessing clamshell and that those latches where the top stretch to are how you open it

11-14-2009, 01:57 PM	#30 (permalink)
wantanelise Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: upstate NY Posts: 1,297	wish they would make a 550 spyder or new model as opposed to using the boxster. Seem's a car that big to start with defeats the purpose. Especially when you go and take out the radio and all the other stuff. Dare I say pointless? That may be a little harsh.

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