This purist two-seater sports car retains the independent character of the previous Spyder, which has already attained cult status. For example, the classic fabric roof still opens and closes by hand, and the sports car is only available in manual transmission.

As a true original roadster, it offers a traditional sports-car driving experience but with contemporary performance. This means a firm sports suspension with a 20mm lower ride height, brakes taken from the 911 Carrera, more direct steering, and a 3.8-litre six-cylinder engine with an output of 276kW and a top speed of 290km/h.

The distinctive design of the Boxster Spyder includes stylistic elements that recall the legendary sports and race cars from Porsche. For example, as a tribute to the 718 Spyder from the 1960s, the new Boxster Spyder has two prominent streamlined bulges that extend down the long rear lid behind the headrests. The partially manually operated, lightweight top is suitable for everyday use and brings to mind roadsters from the past, while the fins that stretch back to the rear lend the vehicle's silhouette its characteristic design. The front and rear-end of the model were taken from the Cayman GT4.

The interior of the new top model creates an atmosphere that elicits a feeling of pure driving pleasure. The driver and passenger sit in light sports bucket seats with large side supports, while the new steering wheel with a diameter of 360mm helps ensure the mid-engine roadster can be driven precisely and with great agility.

The Boxster Spyder will be available in showrooms from August and the order books are currently open.