Boxster / CaymanPorsche Boxster, Boxster S, and Cayman discussion board. Sponsored by Speed Merchants
Welcome to 6SpeedOnline.com!
Welcome to 6SpeedOnline.com.
You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, at no cost, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, join 6SpeedOnline.com today!
The Spyder is based on the Boxster S but it gets a small bump in performance, with its 3.4-liter flat-six engine developing 320 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque--the same as the current Cayman S.
Weighing in at just 2,811 pounds, the Spyder will be the lightest Porsche available--from a company already known for lightweight, proficient sports cars. Some of the techniques used to shed the pounds include the removal of the regular Boxster’s daytime running lights and fog lamps, as well as its automatic soft-top roof. Instead, the Spyder gets a manually-operated canopy-style roof and new rear deck.
Inside, the weight saving theme continues with the removal of the air conditioner and stereo, as well as the regular Boxster’s seats, which have been replaced with lighter and more supportive bucket seats.
The end result is a saving of 0.2 seconds off the Boxster S’ 0-62 mph time, with the Boxster Spyder doing it in just 4.8 seconds when equipped with Porsche’s PDK dual-clutch gearbox and Sport Chrono Plus package. The other benefit of the lighter kerb weight is a slight improvement in fuel economy though official numbers are yet to be released.
The combination of more horsepower and 176 pounds less weight than the Boxster S, plus an all-new sport suspension that lowers the Boxster Spyder 20 mm, a lower center of gravity, a standard limited slip differential, and exclusive wheels provides the kind of driving dynamics that back up the unique look. Aluminum door skins and lightweight interior door panels from the 911 GT3 RS contribute to the weight reduction.
This third Boxster model will join the Boxster and Boxster S and will make its world debut at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show, December 2, 2009. First sales will start in February 2010, with prices starting at $61,200.
This ad is not displayed to registered and logged-in members. Register your free account today and become a member on 6SpeedOnline!
i love this, its cool, but the pictures didn't describe closely about the top, and what if it rains? and only 0.2 second off the time, i thought it would be more...
__________________
997 C4S Cab, with a K&N air intake, navi, bose, 6 speed, sport chrono,
i pod inter-grader, chrome tips, 3M bra, H.R.E C97's 19" 8.5F, 11.5R rear with michelin ps2. (P.C.A member)
Ducati 1098s with carbon fiber To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
996 Carrera Cab, Guards Red with H.R.E's 545R's 8.5F/10.5R. Sold
i love this, its cool, but the pictures didn't describe closely about the top, and what if it rains? and only 0.2 second off the time, i thought it would be more...
__________________
997 C4S Cab, with a K&N air intake, navi, bose, 6 speed, sport chrono,
i pod inter-grader, chrome tips, 3M bra, H.R.E C97's 19" 8.5F, 11.5R rear with michelin ps2. (P.C.A member)
Ducati 1098s with carbon fiber To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
996 Carrera Cab, Guards Red with H.R.E's 545R's 8.5F/10.5R. Sold
I just realized, PCCB's should be standard on this thing.
Save another 45lbs or so?
Exactly..... + 1 rep
__________________
997 C4S Cab, with a K&N air intake, navi, bose, 6 speed, sport chrono,
i pod inter-grader, chrome tips, 3M bra, H.R.E C97's 19" 8.5F, 11.5R rear with michelin ps2. (P.C.A member)
Ducati 1098s with carbon fiber To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.
996 Carrera Cab, Guards Red with H.R.E's 545R's 8.5F/10.5R. Sold
Linear Mode
