Thank you so much for having me, Nick! Was a pleasure to share the car with you and everyone. Please unlatch the door and let me out of your basement now it’s been over a week… P.S. I (unfortunately) am not the son of a hedge fund manager, simply got lucky with some investments & have worked my way up to being able to buy a car like this which I am extremely appreciative and thankful to have! I will continue daily driving my beat 240k mile stick BMW 328 wagon until I can afford a helicopter one day. Thank you
@theusefulchannel5 ай бұрын
😂😂
@taserpulse5 ай бұрын
🤣Hope Nick's not asking for despicable s** acts.
@DrivenNotHidden5 ай бұрын
Are you 12 years old?😂. Love the car, and your personality.
@joshgraham9345 ай бұрын
Noah is a good lad and a good laugh.
@ryandrives5 ай бұрын
Awesome car, I think I saw you leaving Cars and Coffee this weekend!
@ItisBean5 ай бұрын
As a young adult, I’m very happy for the Spyder owner. What a life to be able to afford such a nice car at that age! Congratulations 🎉
@CarsWithNoah5 ай бұрын
That means a lot, I could’ve never imagined being able to do this ever in my life let alone now - thank you for the kind comment and wish you all the best!
@Nord_Mann5 ай бұрын
Congratulations on finally airing a new video Nick👌🏻 We still love you!❤️
@mstreich5 ай бұрын
I aged as many years watching the roof lowering as Noah has been alive. 😮 13:12
@websonm5 ай бұрын
The legend is back
@blueman59245 ай бұрын
William. 👍
@tobi_dg5 ай бұрын
A Boxster GTS 4.0 is plenty loud and the top goes up and down in about 10 seconds using a button next to the driver. It’s plenty special too for less than half the price. The RS is fantastic and amazing but for the rest of us a GTS/S/Base is just as fun.
@Xolition5 ай бұрын
Yup.
@phillipberk57675 ай бұрын
a BGTS 4.0 with some aftermarket bms filters, and some mild exhaust work will give you about 75% of this experience in the real world. At least so I've been told, will be able to confirm when mine arrives, and I have Over axle pipes, and bmc filters waiting for it. The roof is probably the biggest let down on the spyder rs, to much for the real world, the power top in the gts is nice and easy.
@theusefulchannel5 ай бұрын
That roof mechanism is a masochists dream 😂😂
@Gadne92.55 ай бұрын
Owner of the Spyder RS is really good presenter when explaining how to deal with the manual roof. No unnecessary BS, just clear explanation with some good jokes.
@bavariancarenthusiast27225 ай бұрын
What a great surprise to have something back from you Nick!!!! Ah yes if there is any kind of Porsche involved its a plus!
@CDNChaoZ5 ай бұрын
That roof is a travesty for a $200k car, especially when Mazda mastered the soft top in the Miata costing 1/6 the price.
@stefan3eng5 ай бұрын
is it only 200K; dealers are charging a 60k markup
@bobcortez94715 ай бұрын
The roof is never intended to up in this car, it’s an afterthought and Porsche is not apologetic about it at all.
@nafnaf05 ай бұрын
"weight savings" It almost should just have no roof at all
@davidkeenan59895 ай бұрын
No
@S-qc6hx5 ай бұрын
Holy mother of God. How could you live with that roof?
@hbullock5 ай бұрын
Best car Porsche makes. Big engine, small / light car, convertible, well tuned suspension, and a soundtrack that is ICE heaven. Best / last of breed. One for the ages.
@williammorris33345 ай бұрын
You forgot mid-engined! Sorry I’m never owning a rear engined car, Porsche or not.
@carreralicious5 ай бұрын
But no manual. 😢
@hbullock5 ай бұрын
@@carreralicious True statement, and that’s a shame. But to be honest, a manual in this car would have stomped all over the speedster’s toes, a much more expensive car, and they were never going to do that. (not to mention they don’t have a manual that fits) Those rapid fire downshifts, though, with this pdk…those downshift barks are pure aural bliss. IMO
@MichaelJanzen5 ай бұрын
The product manager and engineering team for that convertible top should be fired.
@robreynolds27925 ай бұрын
As a 718 Spyder owner it was comical to watch how much more complicated the Spyder RS roof was than mine. But I was also fascinated at how easy the Speedster roof was compared to mine. 718 Spyder base roof gets easier every time you put it up or down - 35-45 seconds max. Different than most I love the manual aspects of it. Adds to the charm of the car. Cheers!
@TGCREken5 ай бұрын
718 Spyder owner here too. I love the roof more and more. As for this RS version, I just see it as twice the car for twice the price. Plus. Good luck to anyone getting an allocation
@Hazy_Bubble5 ай бұрын
Great to see you back nick !
@jamesguggenheim80455 ай бұрын
Nick: it’s only took 6 months after I received my allocation. But, I now have a new 2024 Cayman S in Chalk with graphite blue full leather interior, sports chrono, 20 in wheels, and a manual transmission. Thank you for your previous video on this model.
@chuck1213705 ай бұрын
Beautiful Spyder RS, Noah. Thanks for sharing the car and the roof experience with us!
@sambagogo7775 ай бұрын
"I've done it with my girlfriend in a minute and a half." I don't doubt that.
@888mf45 ай бұрын
It looks great with a painted bonnet. The roof is simple if you have a friend to help you. Pretty much impossible to do on your own. The engine is incredible. The suspension is significantly softer than the GT4 RS which makes it possible to use more often.
@provigilandchill5 ай бұрын
Hi Nick, looking forward to an insight about the 992.2!
@MatroX675 ай бұрын
I thought you were not supposed to get that close to kids Nick Awesome video as usual though!
@MT-kx2uc5 ай бұрын
Only youtuber that shows cars at the perfect angles 👌
@christianpratt5 ай бұрын
That roof is the ultimate Porsche tax for what is the ultimate Boxster. The more you pay, the more they tax you... 😉 Another fab video - thanks Nick and Noah.
@robertgregory19275 ай бұрын
That roof good Lord!
@Nord_Mann5 ай бұрын
Sportster??😂😂 You mean the 2019 991.2 Speedster. 4.0, 500PS, 6-spd manual, 0-100kph 3.9sec.
@DriftingSquirrel5 ай бұрын
Came here to say that
@NoGoodHandlesComingToMind5 ай бұрын
@@DriftingSquirrel Expert engagement-driving maneuver. He's getting good at this.
@NickMurray5 ай бұрын
Yes my brain...
@pjs124645 ай бұрын
Rookie move Nick Murray
@DriftingSquirrel5 ай бұрын
@@pjs12464 or was it? 👀
@billshoe221915 ай бұрын
Sounds great but $200k plus for these is madness.
@DB-yi5sm5 ай бұрын
Nick. Your channel has been part of my dream for so many years. I've been lurking for just around 10 years now. I was just a kid, and I'll be graduating med school in 2 weeks. Thanks for being part of the vision 🤍
@andrewhurstcars5 ай бұрын
If it rains whilst you’re out driving I think you’re just going to carry on until you get back, rather than faff around with that roof on the side of a busy road.
@keadog18385 ай бұрын
Glad to see you're still with us Nick. That top combined with no manual = no way ever. The Speedster top looked faster than my Targa except for the getting out of the car part.
@andrewlawson49015 ай бұрын
Finally a new video my god. Been waiting for a a decade. Love you very much !!
@koba58355 ай бұрын
Hey Nick, when are you going to do your configuration video of the 992.2?
@Number275 ай бұрын
Nice to see you again buddy.. miss your vids here in the UK! Noah looks way to young to have this car!!
@joekim135 ай бұрын
Thank you for the honest unedited video of putting the roof back together and trunk not closing
@cremvustila5 ай бұрын
Hahah, lovely! Good to have you back, Nick!
@AlexandreFuchsNYC5 ай бұрын
Speedster nick, Speedster ;)
@NickMurray5 ай бұрын
Close enough!
@markdschedler5 ай бұрын
You’re back1!!!! Thank you. I loved your little boy reaction to the sound of the car. Almost as classic as Harry’s grandson int he Turbo S. So grateful for my 2013 981S at 1/5 the price.
@howardgrubbs62165 ай бұрын
Makes the original Spyder top seem easy!
@jameswillard15 ай бұрын
My friend just took delivery of his Spyder RS a few weeks ago and I’ve driven in it twice. I guess my hearing isn’t that sensitive (although I doubt it) as I don’t understand people complaining about the car being too loud and bothering their ears, car sounds amazing and is not objectionable at all in my opinion
@gabrielarch52425 ай бұрын
What,eh😂
@jameswillard15 ай бұрын
@@gabrielarch5242 😂🤣
@Mike981S5 ай бұрын
Can you repeat please? I couldn't hear you ;)
@Lemonduh7575 ай бұрын
new Nick Murray Video! 😁
@Tracertme5 ай бұрын
Nick back with a real car..👍🏆👏❤
@williammorris33345 ай бұрын
Good to see you in another video Nick! Love your humor! Love my Porsches like you.
@27Ctrojans5 ай бұрын
My z4 power top broke and I have been raising it manually for about a month. If anyone asks I tell them it's like a Spyder RS. Now I know the Spyder RS is way worse than my z4, so thank you for this video
@theanthonyv5 ай бұрын
If it’s too loud, you’re too old. :). Seriously though, I owned a GT4RS and used it as my daily driver. Puts lots of miles on it. It was loud (and awesome) but not anywhere close to being painfully loud.
@atom9995 ай бұрын
That depends on your hearing sensitivity, not age. I had to use earplugs in a gt4rs
@sbasuroy5 ай бұрын
Any thoughts on the speedster vs the Spyder rs (apart from the roof mechanism) ? In my eyes the speedster looks the part, but how does the driving experience compare?
@atom9995 ай бұрын
That speedster is stunning
@razorworks1115 ай бұрын
2:03 that gear change!! almost as impressive as the soundtrack that follows
@bodoanton90645 ай бұрын
So good to see you again. Great stuff. As always.
@atom9995 ай бұрын
You can swap the gt3 gear leaver to replace the "shaver" so no need to worry too much abt it
@jaioncebollero11685 ай бұрын
Besides the price, The top alone almost makes it unwanted. 😅
@jamar9595 ай бұрын
Thanks Nick, for the first time showing me a Porsche I would NEVER own!
@kiyalami84782 ай бұрын
So RS or Spyder w a 6MT, short gears, x-pipe exhaust (maybe LT headers too) and a tune?
@theusefulchannel5 ай бұрын
You lend a guy your pride and joy and he then says the following 03:06😂😂
@danlin83105 ай бұрын
A 911 Coupe is more sought after than a 911 Cabriolet judging from the preowned prices. I believe 911 purists just love the sweeping roof lines of a 911. A 718 GT4RS is a 718 and has a decibel that makes the driver hearing bad too. Porsche sells more 911 than 718, even though a 911 costs much more than a 718, which explains 911 is more desirable amongst Porsche enthusiasts.
@blueman59245 ай бұрын
I know what he means…I do almost everything in under a minute when I’m caffeinated as well. 🤪 Nice spec, crazy roof.😂
@nornibres5 ай бұрын
Nice to see you back Nick. Love this car, but I'd rather have a base Boxster, it's more sensible on public roads.
@franzhuber73615 ай бұрын
Dream and nightmare had literally never been so close to each other: engine and roof!!!
@Nahpets835 ай бұрын
Hey Nick, nice to hear from you again, even if it's really difficult considering the RS Sypder! :D Awesome car! Unfortunately, this will soon become a contemporary witness as a result of increased electrification. Warm greetings from Germany
@lonestarcollectiblezcom26025 ай бұрын
I had a '90 IROC-Z convertible back in the day and it was a manual roof and could be a pain in the butt as well, but that Porsche takes it all to a who other level! Why buy one like that would be my question, I'd rather just have a coupe! Happy motoring Nick! Cheers and say Hi to William!
@goody55825 ай бұрын
Good job Nick. Look forward to seeing your 992.2 review.
@dekster14LP5 ай бұрын
Classy spec, great taste from the owner.
@IGCameron5 ай бұрын
Hence the reason I am very happy with my standard 718 Boxster that I use to travel all over Europe with the same exhilarating experience when driving a Porsche for half the price.
@julianhawkins9423Ай бұрын
Nice to see you weren’t breaking the speed limit 😂😂😂😂😂 what a motor
@fisherh91115 ай бұрын
Yay! It’s been too long Nick. That engine is pure magic. Holy crap? Is Noah 18? Lucky kid with a great taste in cars.
@thedudeabides14433 ай бұрын
As a 981 Spyder owner who might consider buying the RS, I can look past the absolutely BRUTAL roof design on the RS, but what I can’t look past is the lack of a manual option. I can understand the Cayman GT4RS having PDK as it makes more sense for the track, but a Spyder MUST have a manual transmission IMO. I’ll hold on to my 981!
@CarsWithNoah3 ай бұрын
I’ve noticed most people that hate the roof haven’t experienced it in real life - try it out if you get a chance. I’d rather have that style so I can run the Bimini top up and weather protector (the rear piece) off. Ironically I only drive manual cars and everything else I own is stick. I almost didn’t accept the Spyder allocation because it’s PDK but after driving it a bunch - I find I miss the third pedal much less than I thought I would. Me 8 months ago couldn’t even fathom that I’m typing that out right now but it’s true. If you’re ever in the New England area shoot me a message and I’ll take you for a spin. Enjoy the 981!
@DriftingSquirrel5 ай бұрын
I bet Nick finds it harder to put it up 😇 "I've done it with my girlfriend in like a minute and a half" this video is a banger Nick.
@shelloiluk5 ай бұрын
Holy cow that's really loud. Great car. I've had 5 Porsches latest is a 992 911 S next is a 992 GTS
@jenniferkrebs42685 ай бұрын
Yay, you posted a video! Love watching your videos ❤
@marsEv3105 ай бұрын
Nick when are you going to do a 992.2 options video
@MostCedric5 ай бұрын
Welcome back. Can’t wait for a 992.2 configurator video. They removed Racing Yellow.
@bkeen70135 ай бұрын
Glad to see you finally back. Missed you, puddin.
@got_gt36125 ай бұрын
Nice video , superior spec, I have same color Touring
@charl125 ай бұрын
Imagine the guy who engineered the roof and the guy who signed off on it, They could sell ice to Eskimos….
@nateisright5 ай бұрын
The top has a almost-forgot-we-need-to-design-a-top feel to it. At least she’s got it where it counts.
@4liter5 ай бұрын
I’ll keep my Spyder in its the “easy” roof and manual trans. When and if I need more power, I will just send it to Deman!
@cartergarnon62995 ай бұрын
BMC filters and a valve controller annnnnd over axle pipes if and you have the best Porsche under $500k.
@cognitive_minority5 ай бұрын
I did my tax return in the time it took to take the roof off and it was more enjoyable.
@mohamedhani94965 ай бұрын
Hey Nick, nice to see you again, would like to see your opinion about the new 992.2!
@Ot251174 ай бұрын
Why no automatic roof down?
@phillipberk57675 ай бұрын
Nice to see you are still alive, though the 992.2 presentation may have resulted in self-harm. Unrelated note, my BGTS 4.0 6spd will arrive by the end of the summer hopefully, I was able to watch all your videos going over what options to get, on various porches and have taken none of your advice. Nonetheless Should be exciting. I looked at the spyder RS, and it was amazing, but for the 200k+ ( that I could not afford anyway) or the 115k (probably also can't afford) for the GTS 4.0, I realized it made more sense for a daily, and this is what I will continue telling myself to sleep better at night until I collect more dollars and can purchase one anyway.
@chuckvickrey1205 ай бұрын
Glad u r back
@s.flanders5 ай бұрын
6:50 There’s no way that was a coincidence, right? That seems like a rare enough color for a Lamborghini, and to randomly run into one while driving an even more rare Porsche seems unbelievable (but crazy if true).
@MikeRyder-ml2mb5 ай бұрын
Great new car! Think I'd just keep the roof down rather than deal with all that. 😀
@Acquit8085 ай бұрын
This and the GT3 RS and by far the best Porsches made today. Thanks for an awesome review.
@patricksoon855 ай бұрын
There's a KZbinr who got the coupe version of this car and sold it within 3 months. Said it was too loud. I believe it.
@nafnaf05 ай бұрын
Azzurro Thetys Metallic is gorgeous, I am looking forward to the 992.2 comments
@leo-hk9cp2 ай бұрын
What is the name of the color
@swenmeyer69635 ай бұрын
What color is that? Is it Gt Silver or it looks in the sun like the pts azzurothethys
@maxmartz46655 ай бұрын
PDK in a Spyder? I love my Boxster S manual! Great video mate.
@bbpleg5 ай бұрын
I drove a gt4rs on track. Even though I wore a helmet, my ears were ringing after just 1 session. Incredible car nevertheless ❤
@jenniferdisegna25165 ай бұрын
Great to see your videos
@kovaji82125 ай бұрын
Hello Nick, we've missed you! Do you think you will end up ordering a 992.2?
@ThunderTiger08015 ай бұрын
Can wait for your 992.2 video haha...I know its gonna be spicy
@robertgregory19275 ай бұрын
Love the car but not an option. Picking up my Spyder Wednesday 5/12/24….can’t wait!
@brutemegahunk38955 ай бұрын
The Nick Murray face not seen since Twisted Sister came to New Zealand in the 80s.
@Epicmachine5 ай бұрын
Love these little rockets, but the price has become pretty much silly to consider especially when in the used market you can get some of the iconic cars for the few... I guess I'm sticking to my 996 911 turbo with the push button to put the top down and the 600 hp on the wheels. Nonetheless, pretty cool video Nick!!!
@ff43g5 ай бұрын
weissach with painted hood. amazin
@TheEmpiredown5 ай бұрын
Missed ya, Digger!
@brianpara14075 ай бұрын
Who’s this guy?
@alanmeech694 ай бұрын
Did the owner finance the car himself?
@luisbarraza97095 ай бұрын
Spyder RS while wearing a Murano cross cabriolet is bosss
@xtremestunt5 ай бұрын
Glad you're back!! Econ: Whoooooo gives a damn 🤣💀
@TarBoysWorldWideАй бұрын
Saying it’s so hard to get one when there are dozen used for sale online?
@NickMurrayАй бұрын
@@TarBoysWorldWide yes but trying to buy one new to your own configuration is a little harder