2021 Porsche 718 Spyder Review // What a stunner

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This is a Motormouth couple car review of the 2021 Porsche 718 Spyder. The Spyder is a special car in the Porsche lineup, it has the same powertrain as the track-focused Porsche GT4 but is a convertible with a unique manually folded roof. The rear design of the 718 Spyder also has an elongated rear deck, with accent bulges, plus extra rear aero along the bottom diffuser. The power plant is a 4L naturally aspirated flat 6 engine with 414 horsepower and 309 lb-ft of torque.The Porsche 718 Spyder will do a run in 0-100km in 4.4 seconds. Top speed 301 km/hr You can get a 7-speed PDK dual clutch, a Porsche double-clutch transmission - $3,660, a base 6-speed manual is the base transmission. Porsche recently introduced the 718 Boxster GTS with the same 4.0L 6-cylinder but with a bit less power. This might be the car to get if you don't like having to deal with the manual rood each time you take it down or put it up.
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[@seinsmeld13]

Unfortunately when I ordered my 2020 Spyder I wasn't able to do the European delivery because of Covid. Anyway I love my 718 Spyder. Keep up the great work Andrea and Zack.

[@seinsmeld13]

I like the cup holders in this car because they disappear when they are not in use.

[@wisruteb]

Superb response to that gear ratio question. It’s so overblown because of KZbin. I’ve been enjoying the 981 GT4 for many years now, and the gear ratio is a non-issue. Thanks for the review!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching!

[@ArnoldWinters]

The long gear ratio is an issue for a great number of owners.

[@wisruteb]

@@ArnoldWinters Probably watching too much KZbin videos. 2010 911 GT3 second gear also tops out at 130km/h (80mph), no one complained back then. I'm not sure why it's an issue now on the GT4.

[@clu4u]

@@ArnoldWinters Same gear ratio as the 911, you didn’t know that, did you?

[@jscifres100]

I bought my 981 Spyder last year shortly before your review. I’ve since watched it several times because it always puts a smile on my face. Just loved your description in that video, “auditory orgasm!” The newer one is still awesome, but it’s too bad the 718 doesn’t quite coax the same joy outa you.

[@seinsmeld13]

Great review Andrea and that other guy. Keep up your great work. Cheers😅

[@MauriceBln1]

I watch your videos not only because of your good car reviews, but also because you are a fun and sweet couple. :)

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much, we appreciate that.

[@JeffKing310]

Agreed - they seem like the nicest people.

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Damn that just looks fantastic a perfect balance of style and performance. We bought my wife a Mini convertible in a similar colour Blue. She had to be be pushed into it, but every time I see her coming home with the top down and her 80’s music playing I smile from ear to ear 😀😀😀 and remind her that’s why I said to buy it….

[@andreaspencer9813]

That's awesome, thanks for sharing!

[@filoniz]

What a cute couple! I think Porsche should give power roof on the spyder as option for those of us who wants it.

[@MrSchattka]

As they say; happy wife, happy life.

[@johanlittorin2765]

An obedient man is a happy man, is also a saying.

[@grownsimba8120]

Happy Spouse, Happy House.

[@schweini241]

That`s what she said........!!!

[@sew9068]

...I'll gladly take a 718 Spyder with PDK for happiness. lol

[@rafallo1333]

As they say: betas gonna simp and be obedient

[@thomasalagna9354]

This is dream car to have, maybe as a fantastic second car. Aka a weekend car. This car sounds amazing. Thanks for bringing us this special car.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching!

[@seinsmeld13]

I have a second car for my golf clubs and to drive through the winter. My Spyder is now away for the winter. Now I can enjoy my RS3.

[@acurachan]

This is an exotic car. I will definitely buy one before 60. Thanks for the review. Good work!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it.

[@vicp8772]

Finally I have my answer...Andrea can drive stick. Wicked and congrats. U lucky guys U. Car looks great, so glad it's still available in stick

[@andreaspencer9813]

I can, it's fun!

[@andreaspencer9813]

@Hugh MacIsaac I sure did!

[@vicp8772]

@@andreaspencer9813 proud of ya

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@vicp8772 Thank you! :)

[@LordDelCasa]

beautiful, just absolutely beautiful, the car, andrea, zack, all of them just amazing 😜great review!!! love it!!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@MamunVlogsyt]

amazing review

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much!

[@genzigzag]

Great review Zack and Andrea. I absolutely love the Spyder. Personally, the mid engine layout makes it the better sports car compared to the 911. Amazing how well the values of held up even with the first generation.

[@andreaspencer9813]

They are still quite pricey and hard to find a used one in this hot market. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the review.

[@JeffKing310]

I love this channel - informative and fun reviews and Zach and Drea are excellent.

[@Motormouth...]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@kellingtonlink956]

My Carrera’s top has two handles (clips), and is down in literally seconds. And it is, as Zack says, quite slow ... by today’s standards. But you use most of it and rewarded with smiles. I do like today’s Sypder. It is definitely fast and sexy. But it is awfully expensive and still doesn’t have the presence of a proper 911, despite costing $130,000! Thanks for the very entertaining video.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching!

[@clu4u]

My Spyder doesn’t just turn heads, it elicits compliments when parked, “Nice car” being the most often. THAT’S PRESENCE.

[@AncientAviator]

@@clu4u I hate to use the term on such a beautiful car, however the 911 is "common" compared to a 718 Spyder. Most folks have never even seen the latter. And when they do...they're generally pretty awestruck. It's a truly unique Porsche.

[@carfan7725]

Loved this review, you guys are so funny 🤣 Drea you looked AMAZING driving this, you should definitely have a Porsche, you look too good in it.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! We would love one, maybe one day.

[@bradw922]

great review. I love my 981 Spyder that I bought a week after you reviewed the 981 Spyder. Even in Southern California, I never see another Spyder. Way more GT3RS's than Boxster Spyder

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it.

[@gjonno]

I have a 981 Spyder in the UK. Had it for 3 years and have only seen 1 other one one the road in that time. I like that..... Andrea and Zak....Great review on 718 Spyder btw, but please don’t criticise it for not holding your silly huge coffee cups. You really shouldn’t be drinking coffee on the go in a car like this....and please don’t take it to a golf course either 😱 Also, the roof is so easy to use if you own one. I really enjoy the manual process. 30 secs max, up or down. You made it look difficult which it isn’t

[@seang3538]

Wish I got a Porsche last year, chickened out and now they are even more out of range. Great review as always. Why would anyone click on this video, watch it and click thumb down?

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@kwengca]

Loving this channel! You two are very charming and have great chemistry together!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@seinsmeld13]

I like the cup holders in this car. Nice to see you both on Motoring tv!!!!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@seinsmeld13]

You need a second car if you're a golfer. I wouldn't get a smaller bag. Carry on with your great reviews.🥶

[@louieyoussef7486]

I always enjoy your fun reviews. Great reviews, fun couple! Love the honesty in answering the questions. I've owned lots of 911's and no cayman's/boxsters. This helps.

[@Zreik20]

Those nightlife photos were amazing!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Wow, thank you, glad you liked them.

[@amasha88]

I must say THANK YOU! Huge thanks!! The other review the idiots made me hate Canada and its streets. You have brought the positivity back. Now my dream for this car in Canada is back. Thanks thanks thanks. GOD bless you, you're a great couple 💙

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I guess experience counts for something...

[@andreaspencer9813]

Wow, thank you so much!

[@mpp9964]

The neutered sound is just down to the gas particulate filter as the main contributor, the cylinder deactivation can manually be fully shut off so that isn’t factoring in. I think the 981 even with those solved for still sounds better. Unfortunately.

[@4liter]

Yeah OPF pipes and clicking the auto start/stop off will fix all that

[@neiljoseph904]

My dream car! Great review team 👍🏽

[@ricsu3462]

we couldnt find a fair priced spyder and dealers are asking 20-30k above sticker. We just bought a gts 4.0 as a 7th car, at sticker! exact same color as your review with red interior. I also prefer leather but few can argue the spyder looks apart with those humps and front bumper...what a gorgeous car. But I couldnt justify 30k above for a car that isnt thattttt special in the 150-160 range, that's almost my miami blue gt3 kinda money (even tho the gt3 is more like 210k today). Great review btw!

[@priyeshkassiram7357]

Great review guys! Have a 718 spyder and you guys are on point! Fantastic all round

[@Motormouth...]

Good choice!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much! Lucky you!

[@herculesrockefeller4727]

I fricking love this car. This is a car for someone with excellent taste.

[@andreaspencer9813]

It's a beauty!

[@AncientAviator]

Thanks very much for your great FUN review of this truly beautiful and unique Porsche. I'll go with Zack on the 6-speed. The PDK is a wonderful transmission however the Spyder is virtually MADE for a manual. Drive it like you stole it!!! You two make a superb team. Keep up the excellent work!

[@Motormouth...]

Thank you very much for the kind words, glad you enjoyed it, we sure had a lot of fun. - Andrea

[@briansleepylee]

Absolutely stunning car!

[@seinsmeld13]

I have a 2020 Spyder. I enjoy all the thumbs up I get while driving her. My only wish would be a power roof like the new

[@mikebell2750]

Great review guys. As a Porsche nut, I always await your next Porsche review.

[@Motormouth...]

More to come!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! Macan GTS is up next.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

Awesome video and beautiful Spyder. Be careful Spiderman might want to steal it! 😂

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked the review.

[@10OF9OFBORG]

@@andreaspencer9813 You are very welcome Andrea! 👍🏻👊🏻

[@xorbitman]

I was looking for a 2016 Boxster S in Red in Florida with the 6 cylinder however the new Nissan 400 Z looks very very tempting...as it's the leaked MSRP....Andrea you wear that Boxster well, it suits you. Good to see you guys and looks like you guys lucked out with the weather. Great Review as usual!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much and yes we did luck out with the weather for the whole week. Awesome!

[@georgesershen7016]

Nissan over a boxter no comparison

[@TheProjectOverload]

Wonderful review - Just found your channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Awesome, thank you! Glad you found us. :)

[@kennethherskind2250]

You are right about the redline. I have a 986 and never take it to the redline.

[@Arcticarc1]

It is beautiful! One day I'll have one of those

[@gobear83]

Love the sound… love the car …. Standard transmission …anyone who can afford this doesn’t care about fuel ratings

[@gtb5]

Haven't heard standard transmission for a long while.

[@gobear83]

@@gtb5 old school…

[@RoCCo_CarmeLL]

Cool how you tease u2 :) Beautifull auto. I agree about Alcantara. Am more about 911 as classic, but this spyders rear is good lookin' :)

[@ryanclark9415]

Awesome review you two! 👏 She is pricey! I can see you two owning one of those someday. 911 or Boxster, either way its a solid investment. 💯 The blue on red guts 718 was my kind of specification if I could a la carte a Porsche.

[@andreaspencer9813]

We hope so! Thanks for watching, glad you liked the review.

[@ryanclark9415]

@@andreaspencer9813 i really enjoy watching! You two are fantastic together. 👏 keep them coming!

[@seinsmeld13]

I now put my roof up and down each time I drive it as long as it is not raining. I still prefer a power roof, however, you can't have everything.

[@c-square7375]

Get it in manual and use the other car for city driving. Andrea is comfortable with manual transmissions now. Thanks for reviewing another Porsche.

[@robd1859]

You may not like the word 718 Spyder but I think it sounds better than saying boxter

[@westcoast708]

dang I can only dream lol great review..

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you! Glad you liked it.

[@thillyard1]

I really enjoyed the review and your perspectives. I thought long and hard about a 718 Snyder/GT4 and GTS. Built one online several times, but when the C8 Corvette was announced I kept goi,g back to it. I ordered a C8 and it’s pretty loaded for just under $75K/US. I know the Porsche is smaller and lighter abs has a higher rev limit, but the C8 has better tech and I prefer the look. I was surprised you didn’t bring up the C8 as a competitor, especially with the retractable hard top option.

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much, glad you liked it. The C8 is a great competitor. Congratulations on your new car!

[@krisabrahamson8844]

Totally disagree on the redline. In my 987.2 the 2nd gear tops out at apx 110kph at 7400 rpm and I usually hit that at least once a drive. That means that legally I get bang off a 1st and 2nd redline shift. On a 718 4.0 I could only do 1st. If I wanted, and could afford, a 4.0 718 I’d spend the 10k (or more?) on Sharkwerks shorter gearing.

[@clu4u]

Sharkwerks only changes out 3-4-5 gears, not 2nd. Go figure. Costs $12k, you get a sport clutch, too.

[@underballbutter]

solution is get the weekend sportscar with PDK and get a track car with manual

[@hashp]

Still lots of parts of the Autobahn that are unlimited, even though there have been more and more stretches where limits have come in. I buried the needle on my BMW every time out except when on winter tires due to speed rating. ;)

[@seinsmeld13]

You're a lucky man Zack, very lucky.

[@jimforgey2928]

I think I may just buy one. Looking at green. May sell my 991.2........bye bye twin turbo. Love them in the mountains near Sedona.

[@ronniejaye1]

This is less complicated and high tech than a 911 . This is exactly what the 911 used to be. For me , I'd personally take this over a 911 for a daily driver. I'm writing this while watching and you just said there's no Android auto. Scratch what I said. Let them sell it to an iPhone owner. I won't switch and there's a ton of fast cars to buy out there that have what I want.

[@touringteg]

I am more of a 718 GT4 with buckets guy but still this an awesome ride. Appreciate the review.

[@Motormouth...]

Glad you liked it!

[@andyjackson5404]

IMO - Sports cars have 3 pedals on the floor … also the resale value will be significantly more with the manual

[@gingerfilm_latin]

The spyder is a GT4 drivers car and not a cafe bar… 😎😂

[@kennethherskind2250]

Yeah. This is a weak review. The Spyder is a race car for the road. It’s not designed to function or ride like a Lexus.

[@havelockroche5826]

Gorgeous car and an incredible color. If not for the fiddly roof, would’ve gotten this, but instead I’m contemplating a GTS 4.0. Would like to know if this is Gentian Blue or some other color. Thank you.

[@Motormouth...]

Good choice!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Yes this is Gentian Blue, beautiful colour.

[@seinsmeld13]

Great work on Motoring tv Zack and Andrea. Keep it up.

[@motorsportislife9598]

It's SO GOOD to hear an American/Canadian reviewer using metrics instead of the shitty imperial that no one outside of 'Murica use.

[@royramdeen8864]

Speechless! Firstly Andrea, my favorite brand, and that old 911 fat guy...Could life get any better..? :-))

[@Motormouth...]

Old fat guys rule

[@andreaspencer9813]

Lol! I don't think life could get any better :)

[@royramdeen8864]

@@andreaspencer9813 Yes! You are correct.. with that contagious smile on your face.. you are living the dream.. so blessed. 🙃

[@royramdeen8864]

@@Motormouth... tell me about it.. wish i could fight the age thing, if it gets any better.. we will be Kings.

[@clayton8465]

That has got to be illegal! I’m talking about Andreas long legs!

[@carfan7725]

Oh yeah, Andrea is beautiful! Love the hat too 😎

[@timothyburnside3229]

Great review, fantastic car! if they made it in the Dark cherry with saddle interior or second choice Gentian blue with saddle it would win easily! it will be one of my final 2-3 cars but the lack of interior colors leaves door open for Corvette and Lotus!

[@Kmancanada]

This car is so desirable it hurts.

[@underballbutter]

You can speed up the roof process by doing things in the fastest order.

[@chrisdblue]

It looks so much better than most 911s

[@leeconstant7261]

Love the night life part haha

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you!

[@msmintygreen]

Wow gorgeous car. Andrea, you’re great at driving stick! 😁

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! :)

[@sunnyvalentino]

Porsche ALWAYS hobbles the Boxster and Cayman. Before it was no limited slip, then they screwed the engine (and after sales tanked reversed) now they screwed the gearing. It's not that they couldnt regear, they did the same thing with the PDK as well. Its an amazing car but for the price, there should be no compromises. Period. I'd love to pick up the Boxster GTS but the looong gearing gives me pause. I drive around the city a lot.

[@ArnoldWinters]

Balls to the wall for the Spyder, and tame daily driver for the GTS?

[@ArnoldWinters]

CarPlay is both wired and Bluetooth.

[@WanderingAroundAZ]

I think it’s a Andrea’s turn to own a Porsche convertible

[@andreaspencer9813]

I sure like that idea!

[@oldskool1979]

Super nice looking...

[@bobcortez9471]

Remember that some cars have to reviewed within the context of their creator’s intent. The roof commentary was agonizing. This is GT department creation, they care about going fast and the roof was designed to cut weight. For Porsche high performance and special cars, they hit their performance targets first and comfort and convenience comes second. If you want the lesser car with a push button top, get the 718 Boxster, not the 718 Spyder.

[@Motormouth...]

Get the GTS 4.0

[@markymarc136]

Andrea: You look lovely in that hat!! Great choice!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much!

[@markymarc136]

@@andreaspencer9813 Your welcome!😁

[@morgandrives]

Could be the best way to spend $100k on a car. I actually just built one on the website the other day (though not the Spyder). Manual. NA. Lots of power. Brilliant handling. Now I just need to find $100k 😍

[@DM-ye9mm]

which model did you drive?

[@keking2178]

Got mine pdk yellow one last year. First one maybe only one in vancouver

[@jrr3558]

This car is amazing like both of you.

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you so much! :)

[@cjsnylons]

"What a stunner." Love the double entendre. ;)

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much!

[@crumdoggy]

What an amazing color!

[@kevinn1158]

If it was just meeeee..... oh be careful there Zach. ;). Andrea might trade you in!! As for the car, wayyyy too expensive. I'd go for the GTS 4.0 or the S with a manual. Gorgeous blue and nice wheels!

[@1956vaughan]

They are coffee cup holders, not milkshake bucket holders!!!

[@morgandrives]

Had a Mustang GT. Same 2nd gear issue. Totally illegal at redline. And I agree - who cares? It was still an awesome car.

[@PimpSolja49]

How does this (Boxster) compare to the 718 Cayman?

[@nogroove3819]

Great review. Thx. So....what 718 would you get?

[@Motormouth...]

GTS 4.0

[@nogroove3819]

Agree. It looks like an awesome vehicle. Have you done a review on it?

[@kennethherskind2250]

The rough takes 25 seconds if you do it efficiently

[@RedVeda_official]

Would u take this over the c8?

[@youarerightboss]

PORSCHE Performance On Roads Superseding Classic Hatchbacks Endlessly

[@seinsmeld13]

I've had my Spyder for a little over 1 year now. I really detest roof, however, I can get her down it about a minute. I would prefer an automatic roof like I had in my 07 Boxster S. Anyway great review Andrea & Zack. Keep it up!

[@kennethherskind2250]

How is the ride quality compared to the GTS?

[@whoarie]

Yes you do!! Hi.

[@gobear83]

All they had to do was copy the Miata roof…

[@jw.2507]

Talking watches with our boy please!,!!!

[@Motormouth...]

Tudor Submariner Blue Snowflake.

[@robd1859]

I would have picked a different color to review. Like maybe Ferrari red ( Rosso Corsa) nothing looks better on a supercar then red ! And must be a manual. Cause pdk and auto sucks . I wish the Turbo S 911 was offered in a manual

[@BertrandRacicot]

Take a tour at the Montréal Grand Prix Gilles Villeneuve circuit

[@Motormouth...]

I did get to drive around the circuit with Max Pappas in a Dodge Challenger!

[@BertrandRacicot]

@@Motormouth... Imagine with this spyder😆

[@perdomus]

Besides the sound is there any other aspect you think the 981 spyder is better than the 718 spyder?

[@Motormouth...]

Used prices are still very strong so they were a good buy

[@perdomus]

@@Motormouth... thanks for your quick response. And congratulations on your great content.

[@arr0gant1]

Tell me if I'm wrong but Boxster is literally not in the official naming of this Porsche

[@DM-ye9mm]

it is on the website

[@arr0gant1]

@@DM-ye9mm it's not anywhere on the website

[@KC-bv9kf]

I’m trying to decide between this (grey with red top) vs base 992. Advice?

[@jackchan1013]

Base 992 if you have small kids!

[@amiller2121]

It depends what you value. The 718 is lighter and handles better. The 911 is more GT in comparison (within the realm of sports cars that is. It's not an S-class coupe). IMO, the 911 looks better and has better acceleration.

[@michaelguilfoyle3847]

wow...let me check the lotto numbers...sorry Andrea...a manual all the way...maybe a his and hers...I would no have to worry about the hair piece...that wet out the window long ago..or down the drain..more to the point..great looking car