2016 Porsche Boxster Spyder FIRST DRIVE REVIEW &

[@ankurposeria2203]

That was really fun to watch. Thanks!

[@MotoManTV]

It was super fun to shoot:)

[@DrBilly90210]

Had a 2015 Boxster GTS; now have a 2016 Spyder. I traded because I was using it mainly as a canyon carver or weekend getaway and not for multi-day road trips so went with the Spyder for: 1) the increased power/torque of the Spyder over the GTS , 2) the suspension is better tuned in the Spyder, 3) the styling and quirky features (e.g. cloth door pulls, manual roof). I swapped out the Alcantara seat inserts for red/black pepita houndstooth which make the interior pop (exterior is Guards Red). The only performance mod I've done is to swap out the OEM exhaust headers for CarGraphics "Sport" headers (they still have cats so no CEL warnings); as they say in Spinal Tap, now "It goes to 11!" If I were planning mulit day road trips, I'd go with the GTS (actually, I'd probably go with a Lexus LC500 in that case) for the convenience of the power roof and PASM. As you say at around 17:55, the car makes you feel like a much better driver than you are (or at least *I* am). I'm in southern Missouri and, believe it or not, there are some great twistie routes here and in northern Arkansas that are fantastic. Road therapy is very cathartic.

[@wesleywalls7582]

I know you posted this 3 years ago, but I’m in Arkansas and drive those awesome Ozark roads quite often, and now I’m debating between a 981 GTS and a Spyder…manual in both cases. You still glad you traded the GTS for the Spyder?

[@DrBilly90210]

@@wesleywalls7582 Yup, still happy with Spyder. We've done a couple of week-long road trips (> 2K miles) and it worked out well. GTS was a wonderful car, but I like the Spyder more. The current series (718) would be more of a challenge I think in terms of comparing GTS to Spyder.

[@gauchegaucho]

I just got this car a week ago. I love this car 1) just look at it! 2) engine- NA , the sound! 3) talk about special

[@knick11695]

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[@gauchegaucho]

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[@ThePsychodo]

In the US. Sold a 981 boxster S to order one of these for a few reasons. A) the 3.8 991 S engine b) the car is beautiful IMO c) I love the imperfections. It's not perfect for everyone - which only makes it more attractive to me. d) that sound.. Great review!

[@kamarauskas1]

MotoMan - your video inspired me to make to move I was debating (for some time) and go buy my now beloved Spyder. I traded in a beautiful black cabriolet 997 4S - which I loved! (I was never that fond of cabs... Until I actually drove one...) I can remember being sad leaving my baby behind... And forgetting COMPLETELY about it once laying eyes on my Spyder in the flesh and turning the key! Its an absolute beauty!! The drive is insane, its rapid and just loves to be driven. The engine is a peach - its like a big go-kart. The roof - it just adds to its charm. And I have read some negative comments on the sounds... The videos on KZbin really don't do it justice - not at all. Trust me - it sounds AWESOME!! I have had my car since March, and still cant wait to drive it - every-single-time. Thumbs up for the best Spyder review on the net!

[@MotoManTV]

Thanks for the kind words . . . And congrats on the car . . . Saw one floating around London last week and have to say, she looks wonderful out in the wild!

[@williamscott7763]

This Boxster Spyder is my weapon of choice. I live in the midwest, Ohio and there are not too many convertible days. We do have some great driving roads, Porsche roads as I call them. Love the 911. In love with the Boxster Spyder. Currently drive a 15 VW GTI.

[@KHAEntertainment]

Loved working on this episode. Hawaii is quite the place to be able to play around with a car like this!

[@clu4u]

I have a 05 Boxster S which I’m selling to a friend. Short shifter, lightweight flywheel, Bilsteins, full Milltek, ECU tune. About 310hp 3.2 motor. I’m getting a 2016 Spyder, ceramics, GT Silver over red Leather. Live near Lake Tahoe, great roads. Can’t wait!

[@vanlurton6068]

Thanks for another great review! I just saw one of these at my local C&C in Virginia and it's a real beauty. I've driven the Boxter GTS on the track and passed 911s with it. If this one's even better than the Spyder is the one to get. Current ride '15 Targa 4s past '09 997.2 C2SC.

[@limpunsing224]

It's a perfectly imperfect sports car for me This guy is an adept salesman/reviewer

[@clu4u]

Nah, the Lotus is the perfect imperfect car 🚙

[@kmac5849]

I have been drooling over the back of the F type for sometime now and then along comes this.Great job, I think James dean would give this a nod of approval

[@BenWayne85]

The groundbreaking video was an excellent gift! Thank you MotoMan!!!

[@MotoManTV]

+Ben Wayne THANKS! We had a lot of fun shooting this one . . . There are going to be a number of bits that didn't make it to the episode on our Facebook page over the next couple of days . . . facebook.com/MotoManTV/

[@paullivingthedream8878]

My favorite motoman video, i had to re-watch it.

[@MotoManTV]

One of my favorites as well:)

[@Justmeonly9617]

I drive currently a 2005 987 boxster, I'm all about topless open air nice day canyon carving type driving, I'm an old motorcycle rider in my 60s and love the twisties. I live in Washington state Spokane and here in the Nw we have great secondary twisty canyon roads all over. So this 2016 Spyder is on My Bucket list.

[@porschers60spyder]

Liked your review, agree completely with your comments regarding how special this car is, i would choose the Spyder over any kind of Boxster or Cayman precisely because of the details like the roof top, handle bars and of course engine and design... currently own a 991 GT3 as my second car but seriously thinking of getting the Spyder because it's going to be the last of the breed...

[@cpkuclafan7]

I love this car... I really, really love this car... Lightweight, big power, manual, "spyder roof" that actually works, wheels look awesome and those buttresses! Beautiful, I am already specing one out in my head... This is the one I would have for sure! Off to the Porsche Configurator I go... Mele Kalikimaka George! Lets catch up in 2016, seriously! Its been way too long. Fiesta is getting some upgrades soon so we should go enjoy the canyons again, this time minus the travel visas... Glad you enjoyed the islands. Another beautiful film. Happy New Year and keep up the good work. Mahalo.

[@MotoManTV]

+Chris Kollert Upgrades? I am intrigued! Got some good stuff coming up in February for you to come by.

[@cpkuclafan7]

+MotoManTV intake and full brake upgrade. Let's plan something out! Maybe a comparo or something. I'm there!

[@kalelwilson8337]

I've never liked soft top convertibles, but this Cayman and the Huracan has grown on me. Happy Holidays Motoman.....looking forward to the upcoming season.....cheers

[@MotoManTV]

+kalel Wilson Wishing you a Happy New Year!

[@kalangallivant9252]

This was such a good video! +MotoManTV did our island justice! Sometimes I forget how beautiful it is and lucky I am to live in Hawaii. Told you some places remind you of Iceland. LOL

[@MotoManTV]

+Kalan Sadlier You sir, live in a WONDERFUL place . . . Thanks for taking the time to provide some insight via Instagram. The thing that surprised me the most was the roads - we had plenty of opportunity to drive without any other traffic on the road. Also - which we showcased in this episode - how the landscape varies . . . AMAZING!

[@kalangallivant9252]

MotoManTV It was my pleasure. Keep up the good work and my you have success in the coming year. btw the fish is pronounced; who-moo-who-moo-nuke-hoo-nuke-hoo-ahh-poo-ahh-aaaa HUMUNUNUKUKUAPA'A it translates to fish that sounds like pig. it makes a grunting sound LOL Aloha

[@gregclarke4254]

Great review!! Love this car and your review was perfect, covered all items and the feel of why someone would buy it.

[@lacgugolator]

I pick the Spyder. The look the design in in love. The roof I don't mind. It's a Porsche. I live in Vancouver bc Canada. A summer car for me driving it on our See to sky highway. Immaculate.

[@OliverDasGupta-fi1nb]

I currently have a 2010 Boxster S that I love! You're showing my dream car. And I definitely am a member of your church! I can handle all that quirky stuff----just get me in.

[@billychen3349]

I decided and getting my Spyder this Thursday. Originally wanted the GT4, but the insane markup (still 12 -15k atm) and usability (will be weekend car only) deterred me from paying the extra for a lesser driving time. The Spyder may lose to the GT4 in performance overall, but not by much. I also disagree that it's not a track car, though it is as crazy as the GT4, the track time on this can stand on its own. In terms of spec, visual, and its rarity (which someone mentioned, may holds its value like the 2011 spyders) convinced me to buy it over the Evora 400 (depreciation is uncertain plus multiple delays), 2017 911, a used 2014 911 (cheaper), Bentley Continental GT, or a used M6 (2014). At the end of the day, I'm certain this will hold its value slightly better than the rest while it's a fun and different looking car. Overall, it's a great value and good bang for the buck.

[@gauchegaucho]

you made the right decision. Spyder will be much sought after car in the far future

[@MK-su6eg]

Your driving through exactly what the laval fields on the big island of Hawaii look like! I'm driving my Boxster s on Oahu! Topdown and awesome views! Aloha !

[@nikb6528]

the braking test almost cleaned your facial wrinkles off! I'm just kidding, I loved this review!

[@sinoperture]

Already ordered one. 4 months ago. Comes in another 2-3 months. Same build as what your demo looks like. I am in Australia and I track a lot (Audi TTS before) and will track this evey 3 months too. Main purpose though is not track but escapism. The top down, the sound, the manual box and getting lost in the country side. A reason to live and a reason to work as hard as I do - the satisfaction driving gives me is in orders of magnitude greater than the cost of these things - which in Aus is AUD$210K delivered. It will not be a DD. For that I have car share systems. Buying a car as a DD in 2016 in a modern city is stooopid. I am also getting as investment. Seeing as how the last air cooled cars rocketed in price and GT4's already and the last manual 997 991's GT3's - this too is a last gasp of an era.

[@idad5430]

+Princess Peach You're going to love it. I've had mine for almost 3 months.

[@sinoperture]

iDad Wait is killing me. Though if the times line up - the missus ill be OS for 5 weeks when it arrives. No badgering for not spending time with her.... >:-)

[@TerryOtsubo]

+Princess Peach I took delivery of mine today. I configured it in March. Order accepted in July. Took delivery today and drove home in a brand new Hyundai loaner. Dealer convinced me to get the clear bra installed before taking it home in the rain.

[@sinoperture]

Terry Otsubo Seems a pretty consistent order time frame. Configured August, ordered Sep arrive March. Going to look at clear bra too...

[@idad4404]

+Princess Peach I got the 3M clear bra/protection on everything in front of the doors. Now I'm considering doing the doors and the rear quarter as well because I've hear that the aerodynamics of the 981 plus the suction of the intakes tends to pull debris against the sides of the car.

[@robertgregory1927]

Loooooove my Spyder, best Porsche I’ve ever owned!

[@idad5430]

From Massachusetts - I'd would go for the Spyder. No wait, I DID go for the Spyder!!! Took delivery of it in early October. The Boxster platform with the Carrera S engine & brakes is an intoxicating cocktail! (And what a treat to have the top down on Dec 25 @ 70 degrees in New England. Thank you El Nino! ) Loved your review!

[@MotoManTV]

+iDad Odd . . . California has been REALLY cold and windy as of late . . . Happy New Year!

[@flyerhiker]

Thank you for the detailed and fun review! I have a '14 Boxster S with quite a few options. I considered the GTS, but most of my driving is on road trips with as much time as possible on twisty roads. I wanted PASM, PTV, and 19" wheels. I didn't want the sport exhaust. I wanted a car I could take on extended road trips with my wife (longest trip was 70 days and 14,000 miles).. I would love to rent a '16 Boxster Spyder for a couple of days of mountain driving in the Sierra Nevada or SoCal mountains, but it seems too specialized for most of my driving.

[@888mf4]

Nice review. I had a GT4 and now think I am ready for the roof down experience.

[@javiermedina7]

This Spyder is just amazing and looks like the perfect car if you have enough money to treat it like an expensive toy....... But personally I live in Panamá and daily drive a 987 Boxster S so I'll choose the GTS to keep the electric roof and all the comforts available... Thanks for the video!

[@centerphil17]

Hey man great episode! You are an educator by nature so I thought it very fitting to add in some fun info about Hawaii. Great job! I hail from SW Florida and would choose the Boxter S manual with an upgraded wheel package and AIR CONDITIONING. I think the S is a nice happy medium of performance since I don't live in an area to fully appreciate the suspension upgrades with the GTS.

[@SlowDriver2024]

I drive a 2006 S2000, 2013 Focus ST (track only), and my daily is a 2013 CLS 63 AMG. I would definitely buy the Boxster Spyder if I didn't have my S2000, driving a convertible on b-roads in the mountains/canyons, is definitely an enjoyable experience, plus it's a Spyder, its value will only go up in the future.

[@sachin1006]

just visited the Petersen Museum and loved it, real classy, was hoping to run into Motoman, maybe next time

[@A861967]

Spyder .. a Classic in years to come. Has everything, imperfect gorgeous and makes not want to leave it 😙 in Australia. . In Adelaide were im in .. i have seen only 1 Spyder and the roof alone is a design statement. .

[@phenix3st]

Awesome video. Very in depth. Love all your videos. I live in Alberta Canada. And if the oil price hadn't of slipped I'd be driving this car on our roads. We have some awesome mountain roads.

[@julianhawkins9423]

Great car - don’t forget the sun screen next time 😂

[@notmark2745]

3:32 gotta love that scene

[@s2k4ever]

I would get the new Spyder if I could afford it. I plan on getting a 2013 Boxster S or the last model Spyder. Open air driving just does it for me.

[@Pantovinator]

Any longer in the sun and he'd blend in with the leather. Kidding, nice review thanks.

[@clu4u]

‘Leather head’😹

[@captmorgan09]

I'm not the biggest fan of convertibles. Probably because I grew up and live in the Pacific Northwest. you would have to do a lot of work to convince me that it's worth having all that extra weight for 3 months a year of top down driving enjoyment. :) But, if I were to choose, it would have to be the Spyder. The sound that car makes.... And the lines of the rear end are beautiful. I currently drive a Golf R MK7 with, as God intended, a 6 speed manual.

[@DxModel219]

I drive a BMW M4 Convertible. I live in Northern California. Which one would I choose?!? mmm.... the Spyder just because it looks, feels and sounds so classy roadster with a manual. Would be a blast to fly that thing on the windy roads with all that sound.

[@bighands69]

+devilzmantis It depends on the type of driver you are. If you like light weight sporty cars then Porsche is definitely the brand to go with. I would suggest getting a test drive on more than one occasion and also go to a track day experience to get a feel for the limits of the car.

[@MrAlvaradodan]

I love this car! I currently have to Boxster S RS60. Hoping to make this my next!

[@alanislife5207]

i think its a no brainer here.....better value resale than a norml boxster, 911 engine, special looks and a manual i think that for the money it is one of the best options you can have

[@harlemkiid149]

The boxster is no long a chick car,it's the real deal,personally looking forward to the Cayman with a turbo.Good Review MotoMan!

[@porscheoscar]

Boxster was never a chick car in the first place. The Boxster was and is the best roadster Porsche offer and the model that has set the bar in its class for 20 straight years. it's the only Porsche model you can say that about. And yhe very first Porsche ever built by Mr. Porsche was a two seater roadster with a boxer engine placed in the middle...exactly like a Boxster. I'm not sure why people call a five speed Porsche roadster a chick car... the overwhelming majority want nothing to do with manual transmissions and they don't want to mess up their hair. The typical Boxster owner is probably a middle-aged professional white male with a wife and kids. Range Rover or Cayenne... those are definitely chick cars.

[@harlemkiid149]

porscheoscar The transmission is irrelevant it was as much a chick car as the Mini Cooper which comes overwhelmingly in a manual. Typical owner of a boxster being a professional white male lol you just lost what little credibility you had with that statement? Where's your data to back up such a claim? Being a "Professional" is quite subjective in today's world. Location is also subjective,been stationed all over the world and the only places I've really seen a ton of Porsches were in LA and Atlanta,most boxsters were being driven by women but what do I know.

[@porscheoscar]

+Nicky_Projectz I think you lost all credibility on the topic of sports cars by calling a Mini Cooper a chick car. thanks for confirming my initial impression. and of course there are statistics on demographics of the typical owner of German luxury sports cars. there are the same for Japanese and American sports cars. you sound like a young person.. none of this is new only perhaps your anecdotes.

[@harlemkiid149]

porscheoscar Of course there are statistics but....Where's your source,where's your data to back up such a claim?I am young,young enough to own a 981 GTS but that's neither here nor there. Mini's are chick cars imo. Boxsters were chick cars imo. It's all subjective.

[@porscheoscar]

+Nicky_Projectz if your opinion is that the world is flat it's still only your opinion. 9 in 10 people experienced in high performance driving with hundreds of hours of seat time would have only one reaction to hearing that the Porsche roadster and the Mini Cooper are chick cars: laughter. These two cars along with the Miata are probably the three most frequently spotted cars at track days and autocross events from Laguna Seca to Watkins to Daytona.

[@julianadams2206]

Great review. I’m not sure what I preferred the most, the car or the place. Visiting Hawaii definitely on my list! To answer your question, I’d have the Spider over the GT4 for the extra noise and interaction with the environment. As you asked, I currently drive an 05 SLK 55 AMG.

[@kaisertuumalo6850]

Good job, it was fun and informative. I like this car Best.

[@jorgeortiz6184]

Motoman would you change a turbo 997.1 manual for this one?

[@idad4404]

I love it! It's quite a quicker than I expected. Best things for me, sound of that exhaust , acceleration, and hold on the road. Con would be that is a bit to noisy with top up.

[@jimpannella2990]

I live in Washington, DC and I drive a AMG Mercedes. Specifically a C63s and I must admit I would much rather have a Boxster in Hawaii. The golden rule of real estate also applies to a driver's enjoyment as well location, locaton, location.

[@overman19870]

hey Motoman, how fun is it to drive the car on highways? We live in the Emirates with a lot of beautiful highways rather straight than twisty...

[@IceDree]

Rachid Rezgui The Ḥafeeṫ mountain road is epic though ;)

[@MotoManTV]

+Rachid Rezgui The thing about a Porsche - Mercedes as well - when you get them up to speed on a freeway, interstate or straight road - they are very usable in a comfortable sort of way. For example, when I have gotten ANY of my Lotus' up to speed, buzzy, uncomfortable and/or cramped for long drives. Not so with any Porsche road car I have driven. Hope that clarifies it a bit . . .

[@L1GHT119]

Saw the new boxster ar LA AUTO SHOW, the first time in a long while I would buy over the cayman. Really the best ever !

[@Mikoyagi]

Yep I'm one of the odd ball porsche guys - normal not for me. I've come from a RS America (love the cloth door pulls) and now a boxster owner. Driven a gen 1 spyder - lovely, very taught, nibble = very nice. This car - perfect for me, ticks all the boxes. Little concerned that the gearing may be a bit tall for everyday use - I love my early boxster because I can rev to 5k every day - love the howl of the 6. This one is the top of the tree - for me. Great review - thank :)

[@mmacdza]

Which Boxster. For me it's the S plus almost all the GTS options. I got mine on 6 Dec and immediately went in a road trip vacation driving the Garden route in South Africa. I live in Johannesburg and drive the 1200km to Cape Town stopping at various coastal Towns along the way. Every day that I didn't drive much I looked forward to the days when I drove lots. The Outeniqua Pass is probably one of the best driving roads in the world. It was wonderful. By the car is still my daily driver with all the comforts for daily use. I like the auto roof for when it gets too hot, or you come off the freeway down a pass and you can just slow down and pop the roof down for some fun.

[@MotoManTV]

+Malcolm Mac Donald Thanks for the insight . . . we need to get down there to shoot . . .

[@mmacdza]

+MotoManTV that you should!

[@carlobick7816]

+MotoManTV can you Lift up the rear spoiler while standing ?

[@mariokajin]

Well, so how can I put this..... ahhm You know I'm not a Porsche lover..... they look all the same to me they are all 911, like Audi's, but no, this one is ''Me like :) :) :)''. Don't know why, because of the presenter or because of the little imperfections that makes it more human ''French/English'' influence, or was because of gloves. But definetly after the 1977 Targa (poster on the wall - zone) this is one of my favourites... the sound, the engine, the looks of it... Anyway have nice hollydays and a happy new year :)

[@jamessuttie1261]

I liked the review a lot. I have had 3 Boxsters and a 997 Gt3RS., which I will always have. I am just about to close a deal on the 981 Spyder. It will be a daily driver so wish it had PDK, but I can live with it. The performance is great as are the looks, and the sound. PDK would be better, but the difference is a nit to me. I live in Vancouver BC.

[@swanblake]

Manual makes this car desirable to me. Thank you Porsche

[@Calaghi]

What an epic, epic car this is. How would this fare against a 991 GTS convertible with manual in terms of driving pleasure and enjoyment?

[@MotoManTV]

+Calaghi Stay tuned . . . We have a TECH REVIEW & a FIRST DRIVE REVIEW of the 2017 991.2 (turbos) coming up in early May. Not certain if we will be featuring the convertible, hard top or Targa (hopefully the targa) - but we will have our first idea on this 3.8 v the new engines.

[@IceDree]

I can tell you fell in love with it from the tone of your voice. must've brought some good memories … minus the waiting on the side of the road for a tow truck part of course :) You know, cars like the Spyder (& 1M) sound like a mix of off-the-shelf parts (think old GM) on paper, but once you drive it … oooh baby! These ingredients once mixed together form a very special formula & the result is … well, Santa María, Madre De Dios!!! What Boxter would I pick? Hhmm, I suppose I'll go with the Spyder … Mahogany Metallic (Porsche speak for Majestic Plum) over dark Cognac (with Luxor beige gauges & seats belts) with the stainless steel trim & I'll do something about the fake buttons. What about you? Which Boxter (or Cayman if you can resist a convertible lol) would you choose? As for what I drive, nothing at the moment. The Spyder makes a fitting finale for season5 & I'm looking forward to season6! Love the editing on this episode M! Merry Christmas M … Aloha …

[@MotoManTV]

+IceDree I could see a world where I would do this and a GT4 Clubsport . . . but in a one car only world . . . I couldn't say. Between this and GTS . . . EASILY this one. Putting all of this aside, the cheap, financial side of me would ONLY go with the Spyder and/or GT4 because I have zero doubt they will have strong resale in the first 5-7 years and start to appreciate after that.

[@IceDree]

MotoManTV Oooh absolutely, the way things are going ... Especially if the rumors are true, The dynamic duo could be the next 993

[@rdrg7362]

If one is a serious sport car enthusiast, is considering a sports car as a toy and not just a transportation instrument, then the Lotus is the choice, anytime. A simple Lotus Elise SC is light years ahead in terms of pure driving experience. And it is made by an honest company, to boot.

[@mannysingh6618]

brilliant and funny, regrds from London.

[@jz50-racing]

Today is Nov. 8, 2023. After 8 years, I can confirm that the Spyder holds its value incredibly well.. I just traded in my 2013 Boxster S for a 2016 Spyder and the total price is just a tad under 100k. If you’re the original owner of a Spyder you wouldn’t even lose a penny selling it today! (Inflation aside, of course).

[@AwesomeHarris]

That's the same situation as me. I have 987.2 Boxster s. I plan to get this soon.

[@RyanHarris77]

This has me seriously reconsidering buying an Elise.

[@chrisetube6015]

what a job man i wish i can drive dream cars for a living...

[@davidpartono6205]

Merry Christmas MotoMan. You posed an interesting question. I am very fond of the Boxster. I missed it more than my track modified Elise S2, which was supercharged to around 270 wheel hp. Living in the greater Los Angeles area, the rational brain will choose a PDK Boxster S as ideal transport. The extra comfort will be a plus on day to day LA freeway commute. The heart says the Spyder all the way. 3.8L NA engine and just absolutely gorgeous looks. If I had to drive it daily, I would ask Ruf to build me a 3800S with PDK and Spyder body style. I can put up with the manual uninsulated roof. But stick shift on a daily 2 hour bumper to bumper 405 freeway commute -- give me the PDK with AC and stereo. If it was strictly a week end toy, then Spyder all the way. No second thoughts. In summary: 1. M-F freeway commute -- Boxster S PDK. 2. Weekend toy: Spyder. 3. Mon - Sun Boxster: Ruf 3800 S PDK with Spyder body style, AC and stereo.

[@MotoManTV]

+David Partono Good detail . . . One I would answer this way: box standard Spyder for a weekend toy and a used Hyundai or Kia for the commute. Not a huge fan of customizing a car like this for two reasons: 1.) You never get your money back and in this case 2.) I feel pretty strongly that resale will be high in the first couple of years and in 6 - 8 years it will start to keep pace with inflation or even appreciate . . .

[@davidpartono6205]

+MotoManTV If you have a LA like daily commute and you can only have one Boxster, would you choose the Spyder or GTS PDK? No second car.

[@MotoManTV]

+David Partono I would do EXACTLY as I stated above . . . The Spyder with the manual and then get an inexpensive car to commute in. Most likely something fun but practical. That said, I try to answer these questions as if what would I do? Well, I live in LA - have lived in London and New York, and in most cases, I choose a little less space to avoid long commutes - added benefit: More fund cars. Happy 2016!

[@GT86crazy]

Go for Spyder version, more power, more sound and that rear end is just beautiful. More civilized than the GT4, and probably more usable in real life.

[@sinoperture]

Sport/SPort+ also change the PSM and the dynmic engine mounts.

[@TerryOtsubo]

I'm in Atlanta. GT4 if I could get one at MSRP. Since I could not, Boxster Spyder in guards red.

[@jlo6388]

Outside of Atl, Ga. I want this car. I have a 996 turbo which I love...but almost nearly want to trade it in for the spyder. I like that it has a 911 engine, ragtop, and made just to have fun on a backroad.

[@bighands69]

+J Lo It will not have the same performance levels as a 996. Just be aware of that.

[@porscheoscar]

+bighands69 its faster than a 996. and faster than a 996 gt3.

[@jlo6388]

Faster than a 996tt x50? No. But it requires focus to drive it hard. The Spyder just looks fun.

[@wenbinlin]

I will choose regular Boxster because I just need a "balance car" and regular Boxster can provide this target at reasonable cost. I'm from Taiwan and I'm driving a 981 Boxster 2.7-litter (2014).

[@butterscotchtele]

Love the look of this car, but i drive my current 2.7 bosxster as a daily driver in the urban midwest, and am afraid the sport suspension would be punishing, at least I found such with my recent test drive of a boster with ss.

[@idad5430]

BTW, It's interesting that the 981 Spyder does not have the word "Boxster" anywhere on or in the car.

[@JedWunderli]

I drive an Audi A6 - I love German cars. I would take the Boxster GTS or the Spyder - they are both awesome cars. I'd also take the Cayman S, GTS, or GT4 any day. Some day, I'll get one.

[@jby2009]

this is a very good looking car

[@swsschz]

Don't lie about wanting to keep the roof down, i know that sun beating on you was like putting your face on a griddle. :P

[@gaivoron]

they need to talk to Mazda guys about that roof.

[@bighands69]

+Vanneker You are joking. This is a Porsche not a hairdressers car.

[@porscheoscar]

+bighands69 he's right. they absolutely should bave consulted with Mazda. the idea that you have to get out of the car and walk over to the other side, fidle here, fiddle there and fiddle some more on a NON electric top is ridiculous. The Miata top is lowered with one hand from the driver's seat, in five seconds ot less. the whole point of a Spyder is simplicity and weight reduction. The Miata top does that flawlessly. Porsche are very stubborn in admitting when they over engineer things as well as when they've made a huge blunder (see m96 IMS, AOS and GT3 coolant pipes).

[@gaivoron]

+porscheoscar exactly my point. Miata rag top is simplest and probably the quickest roof.

[@4rzaluz]

+porscheoscar As much as I agree with your statement, that would be right for the basic boxster to cut costs and weight, but this spyder is a matter of style and performance in a collectors car that would be desired for the next 30, years it has to be unique.

[@1957robertjohnson]

If it wasn't for the Miata, there would be no Boxster. It was the Miata's success that convinced Porsche that a roadster would be profitable. And it was the Boxster that saved Porsche from bankruptcy and was it's best seller for 7 years until the Cayenne was introduced. So don't diss the Miata.

[@crisj45]

Is this in Oregon?

[@gtsspeed2619]

What is the exterior colour -rhodium silver or Gt silver and what are the rest of the specs please

[@clu4u]

Looks like mine, GT Silver Metallic

[@TheyCallMeMidnight]

will the boxter 718 sit above or below this model

[@MotoManTV]

+TheyCallMeMidnight Thin of it as a replacement with the potential of them offering a 4 cylinder Spyder version - a guess but possible.

[@Virago01]

If I could choose, it would be a GTS . I love the design of the Spyder, but taking the roof down and putting it up again once or multiple times during a tour is just to much hassle. I am driving a Porsche Boxter (987) at the moment and am from The Netherlands.

[@jmsma6234]

Okay Motoman. Let's have it. The road you're on? Did you get the road closed for filming? Are you in the Big Island? Oh, by the way, way cool review!

[@grandmaxo9706]

So, Motoman, GREAT videos, but I'm in a quandary! Buy a lightly used GTS 6 speed, PTV, X73 trans, plus the comfort features included for around 70K; or buy the Spyder for 95K! Is the 3.8 power, 911 brakes and limited production going to make up for the price difference in the long haul? I'm going to drive 12k miles a year.... I was GTS all the way until I watched your video!! What fun you were having! In answer to your question; mythical Cayman with a targa roof would be brilliant!

[@MotoManTV]

+Dave W That is a very tough call, one I would answer with my usual questions: Where do you live, what are you doing with it and how long do you want to keep it?

[@grandmaxo9706]

Thanks for the response! I live in NJ, this will be a weekend car with the occasional track day, and I honestly don't know how long I would keep it. I know the GTS already has depreciated, and I also know that the Spyder SHOULD hold its value better, as the last gen did. But I do like to drive my cars, not going to be a garage queen waiting to appreciate!

[@MotoManTV]

+Dave W Me personally - I would hold off until a used Spyder hits the market, buy it and KEEP IT.

[@OfficialArulSmurfz]

I'm not a fan of porsche but this car is beauty man

[@mrla6240]

from vancouver BC, currently drive a boxster gts, bought it just before the gt4 and spyder came out, if i were to go back i would get a spyder, why, cause its more horsepower, thats all, lol, love my boxster gts pdk though

[@AwesomeHarris]

I have a 987.2 Boxster s and 981 Spyder is my next

[@EhabAboud]

I'd get the GTS because I live in London and, well, rain. The convertible is what I'd own if I knew what the sun looked like In terms of car I own. I'm Currently purchasing either a jag f-pace or a Mercedes GLC

[@OtisPebble]

Hi, I have a chance to buy a used 981 2016 Spyder. My concern is getting in and out of such a 'low' car. Probably not a problem as the present owner is a 77 yo grandmother. Love the car, but that is one concern. I will be 70 next year, but still quite agile. Thanks

[@echtogammut]

I would get a Spyder as I will drive with the top down in mist, cold and hopefully sun. I currently have an NC miata and have been looking to replace it with something a tad more refined as my ass sometimes complains when the Ohlins don't smooth out the rough roads as much as it would like. I split my time between San Francisco and Seattle.

[@OriginalBernieBro]

Okay price wise this or a BMW M4 Cabrio?

[@bighands69]

+Kelvin Waters You really cannot choose these cars on price it has been on what type of driving experience tickles you. Lightweights sports car vs heavy weight performance car.

[@OriginalBernieBro]

bighands69 that makes sense. For me that would be the new MX-5.

[@suryamp12]

Do a Honda S2000 review please!

[@vanguard9067]

You put the the top down incorrectly. You should not have put the trunk all the way down when you did before the wings. You put the trunk almost all the way down. And then fully shut the trunk as the last step. Tightens the roof as much as it can be.

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

Thanks for the Porsche episode today. A very Merry Christmas to my car buddies at MotoMan. MM, you sound a littl ehoarse today. Take some chicken soup for that. We call it "Jewish penicillin ".

[@MotoManTV]

+Howard Salsitz, J.D. LOL! Being from New York . . . have had MUCH experience with the Jewish Penicillin:)

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

+MotoManTV My dad was from Brooklyn. I was raised in WV as a JewBilly (😋) adjacent to the Ohio Rver. We had car related businesses across the river in Ohio; junkyards, glass and sear cover stores, and an early speed shop. Always chicken soup as a main stay. In Southern CA for 39 years now.

[@MotoManTV]

+Howard Salsitz, J.D. That's a hell of a journey from New York to SoCal . . . Just had some Chicken Soup up here in Oregon . . .

[@howardsalsitzj.d.7818]

+MotoManTV I thought you lived in SoCal. Well, hope you feel better. I gave you the "short" version. I left out my travels in the Navy, I believe , including 6 months off the coast of Vietnam. When I finished Marshall University, we had just lost the football team in a plane crash (We Are Marshall, the movie). I want my wife, Rhondi, the author, to do my life story but all she could get is a pamphlet .

[@MotoManTV]

+Howard Salsitz, J.D. Yes, I do live in SoCal . . . But up in Central Oregon currently for Christmas . . .

[@massiveglove2960]

It's actually faster on track than the GT4 due to the weight saving

[@michaelherron4306]

I'm in the wrong country (Ireland) for this car, so I would probably go for a used Boxster S for the auto roof and also save a few €€

[@bighands69]

+Michael Herron Ireland is a horrible car market. Owning a Porsche in Ireland is very hard as there are few dealerships and the government tax the hell out of cars. A base Boxer in the UK costs about £40,000 sterling in Ireland you could be looking at E80,000 plus. It is suppose to be lightweight cheap sports car that can compete with other more expensive sports cars. The Green part in Ireland with the socialist ecco warriors have made car expensive as hell. VRT and road tax is just insane.

[@michaelherron4306]

I know, it's dire. A lot of sports cars have in fact been exported in recent years because of a VRT refund scheme which is good if you want to sell your car but doesn't do much for the market here. The positive side to cars going turbo I suppose is a reduction in co2 emissions which means less VRT + road tax.

[@bighands69]

+Michael Herron Anybody who buys a turbo today will be facing extra taxes down the line. The socialist green movements next move will be to tax excess power. There will not be happy until we are all going around in little 1 litre cars. and then bikes (I love bikes). They are even talking about how cows are bad for the environment because they eat too much grass and release too much gas. Ireland is at some of the most extreme anti car policies in the world. They have already pushed the price of electricity up by regulations. Cars are going to become difficult in Ireland.

[@stylinexpat]

Great video but either audio volume was too low or too loud when he raised his voice. Scared my neighbors when he raised his voice.

[@lepotanCCCC]

Your forehead is on fire !!

[@MotoManTV]

+Aleks N'Drangheta Yes it was!!!! Sadly, the aftermath is in our MINI episodes - which we went straight to after this shoot.

[@TerryOtsubo]

+Aleks N'Drangheta I just noticed that. Now I cannot un-notice it. I was transfixed on the Boxster.

[@chrisetube6015]

haha i know his head looks like its on fire...😂

[@jameswilkinson150]

His head has a gradient to it. It starts bright red and finishes....pale. Is this what this car does for you? ;0

[@MidnightCravings]

Feeling kinda toasty eh? Lol

[@oldretrogamer78]

Top designed by Pontiac Solstice designers ;)

[@LeoNidasPlayForFun]

A covertible actually is heavier than a coupe...