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First 900 miles with my Spyder (pics!)

Old Oct 11, 2010 | 08:34 PM
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First 900 miles with my Spyder (pics!)

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So I just crossed over the 900 mile mark on the Spyder and i thought i would share some thoughts and pictures.

WOW - what a car! By far the most fun i have had driving in my life. The combination of top down, lightweight, and Porsches newest technology really make this car an absolute blast to drive. Never have i felt so connected to the road than in this car. The power level is perfect for the chasis and for my driving. Punch it and the thing MOVES. Coming out of a corner - nail the throttle - and you are rewarded with an awesome exit. The overall sensation is very similar to a Cayman S, but the fact that you are open air really does elevate the experience.

Best feeling in this car - top down, about 68-70 degrees outside - music pumping - heated seat on - and ripping along in 3rd gear down a back road. Perfection!!!

If i had to say what i dont like? --- not much, but i do wish the car was a TINY bit larger inside (i am 6'3") and i wish the stock exhaust (non sport) was a tad louder. But soon that will be fixed

OK, enough babbling --- here are some fresh pictures from a nice drive i took tonight.....













Thanks for looking
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 08:37 PM
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nice pick up, glad you're enjoying her.
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:09 PM
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900 miles? Seems like you got it last week. Glad it's in the hands of someone who will drive and enjoy it!
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:11 PM
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you got the best color combo for you spyder!!!
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:20 PM
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great to see your enjoyment, keep it coming.
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:23 PM
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Let me know how you deal with the next few days of rain... I'm hoping (assuming) you just leave it garaged with the top off when it's not right outside. Such a sexy car - I really love it.
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:24 PM
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Sweet, great to see folks enjoying one of Porsche's best cars. It is a little jewel.
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:28 PM
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You got a Spyder? Sweeeeet!!! Nice
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by IIVVX
nice pick up, glad you're enjoying her.
Thank you!


Originally Posted by Overtaker
900 miles? Seems like you got it last week. Glad it's in the hands of someone who will drive and enjoy it!
Two weeks ago actually - but yes, i will drive the crap out of this car. Remember, i drove a 997 C2S two cars before this 26,000 miles in about 7 months. Do the math. LOL!!!


Originally Posted by McRae
you got the best color combo for you spyder!!!
I agree!


Originally Posted by Bullitt44
great to see your enjoyment, keep it coming.
Thank you


Originally Posted by Chris from Cali
Let me know how you deal with the next few days of rain... I'm hoping (assuming) you just leave it garaged with the top off when it's not right outside. Such a sexy car - I really love it.
Chris, i just got stuck in some NASTY rain - lucky i got the top up about 2 mins before it hit (i pulled over). The ride was fine. Just like any other convertable in the rain. No leaks. No drama. Just cruised along with the wipers on and my radio blasting ....but yes, normally parked inside with top off waiting for the sun!


Originally Posted by savyboy
Sweet, great to see folks enjoying one of Porsche's best cars. It is a little jewel.
Thanks! I actually think its the best looking car they are making. Love the style!


Originally Posted by VegasFloyd
You got a Spyder? Sweeeeet!!! Nice
Yup! You need to come to Cars and Coffee more often
 
Old Oct 11, 2010 | 10:16 PM
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Jon, I definitely wanna spy on your new Spyder. If C+C is still on I'll stop by on Saturday.
 

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