Thank you for having me on the channel, I thoroughly enjoyed your review (and happy you share my love for the Spyder). Can't wait to see your thoughts on the track. Keep up the great work on here and thank you for the shout out!
Been following your channel for a while, just subbed for more of that amazing Spyder action! What kind of mods would you recommend for a GTS 4.0 to get close to your setup? They are going to stop making 718 spyder and gt4 so that might be the only way left for a few more years.
@@huyra8019the Miata is wonderful for being able to consistently go flat out on public roads without going to prison…. But I guess you could call it a hairdresser’s car, it’s fair, just with the caveat that drivers car lovers love the Miata too
Exhaust makes all the difference on the 718 Spyder/GT4...stock sounds so tame...PDK also makes it feel a lot quicker than manual. Great review as usual.
I was lucky enough to ride in, and drive a buddy's manual 718 Spyder recently. Titanium OA exhaust, and of course we had the top down as it was a nice day. Honestly the only car that felt as special and amazing in my experience was a GT3. It's just so great in every way you described. And it was surprising how comfortable I felt jumping into it and driving it at the limit, immediately. It's so precise, it just inspires a lot of confidence and is very easy to drive. I wasn't sure about it before hand, and now I desperately want one.
Best car you’ve ever driven? Wow, that’s awesome, and says a lot with all the cars you’ve experienced. I bet the sound top down is amazing. +1 to Jeff’s channel/ driving, amazing times at Sonoma/ Thunderhill 👏
Beautiful looking Spyder. I would expect braking confidence even with a stock setup at “road” speeds. Could you elaborate as to why you prefer this over a GT3 (991.1/2)? For me the real GT3 engine is so much better.
I might have exaggerated a tad from being in the moment. I agree - the 991.1/2 engines are a notch above. But I also slightly prefer the mid engine handling of the 718 Spyder, especially with this one's suspension mods.
@@kcw9313 agreed. I do my own service on the Gt3 and it is piece of art, and so easy. The 4.0 in the GTS, GT4, and Spyder has a plastic oil pan! But Porsche is into making money so as long as people buy, why not make things easy and cheap to manufacture?
Hi ! Would be super interesting to find out more about that plastic pan . Never heard of it. How does it affect the reliability ? Am looking into a used Porsche , preffer the Gt4 /Spyder 718 and don't really wanna spend more than 120k, though am sure the Gt3 991.2 is unbelievable. Anything thoughts on that ?
@@georgepotcovaru2595 I think the plastic oil pan is a cost cutting move, but shouldn’t make a huge difference in ownership experience. I have heard of several people stripping the pan when putting in the oil drain plug, That necessitates a new plastic oil drain pan which is expensive, but unless you strip the plug isn’t a problem. The GT4.0 engine is a totally different engine and seems to be set up for fairly fast maintenance. This makes sense given track cars have more maintenance performed and they charge enough for those cars that the small cost savings isn’t a big deal.
I drove a GT4 on a tight section of the Malibu Canyons and it was pure magic. You need to drive the newest version of GT500 with the dual clutch. It’s my favorite
Since the 981, and now with the 718 GTS 4.0 and the Spyders, BOXSTERS are incredible! What magnificent cars!!! What a pleasure to drive! I'll never want a 911 again.
Lol. In the words of my 2 year old “daddy why is he laughing”. “Daddy why he say are you kidding me”. “Daddy why he say oh my gosh.” In all seriousness. I don’t think I’ve seen you smile as much as your old S2k. Sounds like your found your S2k replacement!! Great video. Wish it was longer!
718 Spyder owner here... It's not a "Boxster Spyder", it's a 718 Spyder, period. Redline is 8000, not 8200. Last but not least: it hasn't had the roof chopped off... Boxsters have always been designed roofless from scratch, they ADD a roof for the Caymans, it's not the other way round. Anyway, keep up the good work. Cheers from Italy.
Hey Zygrene, big fan of your channel. I knew the cayman gt4 had to be good but suprised you like it more than the gt3s! I am the owner of a sw20 turbo looking to sell and buy something new and faster. I am obsessed with handling and having driven a friends mustang gt ppl2 recently I was suprised at just how good the handling is with the gt350/ppl2/mach1 suspension. I have mostly been looking at used 981 caymans but also considering a mach1, ND2 with kw clubsports and edelbrock sc, ss 1le, c8 z51 or waiting to see if there is a 2024 s2k. Do you think the 718 gt4/spyder is a significant enough upgrade to be worth saving a few years for or is a 981 gts good enough? It would mostly be for canyon carving with the occasional track day. Do any of the other options compare or is the 981 and 718 just on another level? Thanks!
It's not a Boxster -it's a 718 Spyder - A GT product. And it is awesome. Ive had a number of Porsches including the 911 GTS and the 718 Spyder is easily the best. Im getting a new one next month 😀
@@jorgeteixeira1922 Id had them both - it is definitely a Boxster PLUS - but crucially made at the GT division factory and sharing many components with the GT3
Porsches are not air dresser cars..well maybe the Macan is lol but here's the list of hairdresser cars: Audi TT, Mini Cooper, VW Bug, Fiat 500, Smart ForTwo, Mercedes SLK/SLC, BMW Z3/Z4, and Miata but Miatas are raced so much now they kinda shook the stigma, it's more ironic if anything for Miata.
Thank you for having me on the channel, I thoroughly enjoyed your review (and happy you share my love for the Spyder). Can't wait to see your thoughts on the track. Keep up the great work on here and thank you for the shout out!
Been following your channel for a while, just subbed for more of that amazing Spyder action! What kind of mods would you recommend for a GTS 4.0 to get close to your setup? They are going to stop making 718 spyder and gt4 so that might be the only way left for a few more years.
is your valved is always open? or stil closed at 2-5k rpm? thanks cheers
The Boxster never was a hairdresser car unless the hairdresser loves great sports cars.
People often call the miata a hairdressers car
well said.
Ist not a boxer it is a 718 Spyder
@@huyra8019the Miata is wonderful for being able to consistently go flat out on public roads without going to prison…. But I guess you could call it a hairdresser’s car, it’s fair, just with the caveat that drivers car lovers love the Miata too
@@lukasanonym7621The discontinued TT RS is legit, but I think it’s a fair assessment to call the other trims hairdresser cars haha
Exhaust makes all the difference on the 718 Spyder/GT4...stock sounds so tame...PDK also makes it feel a lot quicker than manual. Great review as usual.
Amazing review. My Spyder is manual and bone stock and it’s nearly perfect
I was lucky enough to ride in, and drive a buddy's manual 718 Spyder recently. Titanium OA exhaust, and of course we had the top down as it was a nice day. Honestly the only car that felt as special and amazing in my experience was a GT3. It's just so great in every way you described. And it was surprising how comfortable I felt jumping into it and driving it at the limit, immediately. It's so precise, it just inspires a lot of confidence and is very easy to drive. I wasn't sure about it before hand, and now I desperately want one.
It’s peak Porsche for the money
Having owned one of these. I can say that this is one of the best sports cars money can buy. The top down experience, unbeatable.
Which one your choice manual vs pfk ?
The original Boxster had only 200hp, but still handled excellently and very communicative
Your last batch of videos have been amazing. Keep it up
Obligatory reminder that Porsche does not make a 718 Boxster Spyder. It’s just a 718 Spyder.
Good catch
Love that sound going through the gears. Looks and sounds wild!
Picked up my Spyder 6/12/24 and it’s amazing! I have the manual with 18 way seats, GT Silver red top. It’s better than my 992.
Got a Spyder too. So many 911 owners prefer it. It’s truly a better and more special car
@ TG, I agree and never selling my Spyder!
@ never sell!!!
Best car you’ve ever driven? Wow, that’s awesome, and says a lot with all the cars you’ve experienced. I bet the sound top down is amazing. +1 to Jeff’s channel/ driving, amazing times at Sonoma/ Thunderhill 👏
I have a 987.2 spyder and a 987.2 cayman. Love them both. Great cars.
I have a 718 Spyder with a manual and it's a very fun car. Very well balanced car and there's tons of grip with the Sport Cup 2's.
Color ?
Beautiful looking Spyder. I would expect braking confidence even with a stock setup at “road” speeds. Could you elaborate as to why you prefer this over a GT3 (991.1/2)? For me the real GT3 engine is so much better.
I might have exaggerated a tad from being in the moment. I agree - the 991.1/2 engines are a notch above. But I also slightly prefer the mid engine handling of the 718 Spyder, especially with this one's suspension mods.
Notch? Chasm. It’s a wet sump Carrera engine.
@@kcw9313 agreed. I do my own service on the Gt3 and it is piece of art, and so easy. The 4.0 in the GTS, GT4, and Spyder has a plastic oil pan! But Porsche is into making money so as long as people buy, why not make things easy and cheap to manufacture?
Hi ! Would be super interesting to find out more about that plastic pan . Never heard of it. How does it affect the reliability ? Am looking into a used Porsche , preffer the Gt4 /Spyder 718 and don't really wanna spend more than 120k, though am sure the Gt3 991.2 is unbelievable. Anything thoughts on that ?
@@georgepotcovaru2595 I think the plastic oil pan is a cost cutting move, but shouldn’t make a huge difference in ownership experience. I have heard of several people stripping the pan when putting in the oil drain plug, That necessitates a new plastic oil drain pan which is expensive, but unless you strip the plug isn’t a problem. The GT4.0 engine is a totally different engine and seems to be set up for fairly fast maintenance. This makes sense given track cars have more maintenance performed and they charge enough for those cars that the small cost savings isn’t a big deal.
I drove a GT4 on a tight section of the Malibu Canyons and it was pure magic. You need to drive the newest version of GT500 with the dual clutch. It’s my favorite
Since the 981, and now with the 718 GTS 4.0 and the Spyders, BOXSTERS are incredible!
What magnificent cars!!!
What a pleasure to drive!
I'll never want a 911 again.
Lol. In the words of my 2 year old “daddy why is he laughing”. “Daddy why he say are you kidding me”. “Daddy why he say oh my gosh.” In all seriousness. I don’t think I’ve seen you smile as much as your old S2k. Sounds like your found your S2k replacement!! Great video. Wish it was longer!
LOL "daddy what's wrong with this guy?" And trust me, this won't be the only time you see this Spyder on the channel!
@@Zygrene can’t wait for the next installment
dude that downshift, so beautiful
718 Spyder owner here... It's not a "Boxster Spyder", it's a 718 Spyder, period. Redline is 8000, not 8200. Last but not least: it hasn't had the roof chopped off... Boxsters have always been designed roofless from scratch, they ADD a roof for the Caymans, it's not the other way round. Anyway, keep up the good work. Cheers from Italy.
Looks like a lot of fun. This model is on my shortlist.
IT IS NOT A BOXTERRRR!!!! IT'S CALLE 718 SPYDER !!!! POINT!! nothing to do with a boxter
the exhaust at 4:47 sounds amazing. Is this a stock exhaust?
What hairdresser could afford this car, or any Porsche for that matter? Lol
Hollywood celebrity hairdressers
One that owns their own business with multiple salons
Hairdressers that the wives of PCA /Rennlist forum members who rag on these would probably visit 😂
Have you ever driven a tuned Lotus Evora GT?
When would you choose a 718 Spyder and when a 987 Spyder?
Hey Zygrene, big fan of your channel. I knew the cayman gt4 had to be good but suprised you like it more than the gt3s! I am the owner of a sw20 turbo looking to sell and buy something new and faster. I am obsessed with handling and having driven a friends mustang gt ppl2 recently I was suprised at just how good the handling is with the gt350/ppl2/mach1 suspension. I have mostly been looking at used 981 caymans but also considering a mach1, ND2 with kw clubsports and edelbrock sc, ss 1le, c8 z51 or waiting to see if there is a 2024 s2k. Do you think the 718 gt4/spyder is a significant enough upgrade to be worth saving a few years for or is a 981 gts good enough? It would mostly be for canyon carving with the occasional track day. Do any of the other options compare or is the 981 and 718 just on another level? Thanks!
I think the 981 GTS is good enough for 99% of use cases, with the 1% being frequent track abuse
Would love to see how this compares to the 718 gt4 in your opinion
I talk about this briefly in an upcoming 718 GT4 vs Evora GT video!
Correct name is 718 Spyder...
LOVE the way this sounds. Do you think its worth getting over the GTS 4.0 for canyon fun?
Just for the top down experience, yes. But I think a 718 Boxster GTS 4.0 with an exhaust might be a slightly more enjoyable street and canyon car.
Boxers are about handling and the sound of a 6 cylinder
You have paddles man, keep your hands on the wheel 😉
Please stop calling it a Boxster. It is a 718 Spyder. Thank you!
There is no boxster in the title of the car, that was a 981
That baby screams!!!
It's not a Boxster -it's a 718 Spyder - A GT product. And it is awesome. Ive had a number of Porsches including the 911 GTS and the 718 Spyder is easily the best. Im getting a new one next month 😀
No, 718 Spyders are Boxsters!
Wonderful Boxters!
@@jorgeteixeira1922 Id had them both - it is definitely a Boxster PLUS - but crucially made at the GT division factory and sharing many components with the GT3
Checkout the Spyder RS 😀
@zygrene What road is that?
What inconel exhaust is it, do you know?
Kline
Go Jeff!!! 8:03
Nice car
My buddy bought one new in the 90s then traded it in for a used corvette, because he was embarrassed so much.
He would do the OPPOSITE today
I guess there is a reason the smoking tire bought one
Shut the front door! I love the Boxster and gayman
Gayman? Is that the hairdressers car?
This or Elise?
Don't make me pick. It's too painful.
I am a software engineer and I can't afford a Boxer. How's hair is this person cutting?
Be prepared for attention anytime you take it out.
Porsches are not air dresser cars..well maybe the Macan is lol but here's the list of hairdresser cars:
Audi TT, Mini Cooper, VW Bug, Fiat 500, Smart ForTwo, Mercedes SLK/SLC, BMW Z3/Z4, and Miata but Miatas are raced so much now they kinda shook the stigma, it's more ironic if anything for Miata.
You drive an automatic?? Lol
Just wait for thr Boxster w the GT3 engine.