Rear spoiler ideas?

[ルーカス]

I actually like the RWB spoiler.... Screw me right?

[Allen K. Littlefield]

You will have to balance a large spoiler with some kind of front equivalent in order to maintain handling at speed so add that to the cost and weight you will be adding. Weight robs performance but to each his own. One of the main reasons I like the Boxster design is the smooth rounded lines un- encumbered by "spoilers" etc. I am delighted that the rear 'air dam' comes up only when needed then tucks away out of sight. Just my dos centavos but then I am an old guy and what do I know. Fashion can be a cruel master.....

AKL

[pony13ca]

Is something like this more in line with what we are looking for?

Porsche 1997 2004 Boxster 986 Retractable Lift Rear Wing Trunk Spoiler | eBay

[tonichristi]

Originally Posted by Timco

I like to think I add what I can, when I can, and do my best to help, thanks.

An "opinion on spoilers" thread and you whine about a small joke? You must be a joy to live with.....not sure the pics of the mega spoilers helped either, but I laughed..

Snide? Really? I never said he would never find one that looked good. I'm watching this thread myself, thanks.

Actually, nobody asked for your opinion, you just assumed that. The thread title is "Rear spoiler ideas". You know, actual ideas? Not just the same old dudes posting the same lame-ass opinions and idiotic pictures.

It sure would be nice to have a valid spoiler thread that wasn't always ruined by the same useless crap.

Oh, and while we are on the subject of dumb-assery, this "he" you refer to (the OP) is the same person you were addressing in that reply. Do you always address the person you are talking to by "he" or "she"? "You" is more appropriate in those situations
Reading is haaaaard!

[Giller]

Originally Posted by tonichristi

Not just the same old dudes posting the same lame-ass opinions and idiotic pictures.

While I'm sure you can be more offensive, this is right up there.

[Timco]

Originally Posted by tonichristi

Actually, nobody asked for your opinion, you just assumed that. The thread title is "Rear spoiler ideas". You know, actual ideas? Not just the same old dudes posting the same lame-ass opinions and idiotic pictures.

It sure would be nice to have a valid spoiler thread that wasn't always ruined by the same useless crap.

Oh, and while we are on the subject of dumb-assery, this "he" you refer to (the OP) is the same person you were addressing in that reply. Do you always address the person you are talking to by "he" or "she"? "You" is more appropriate in those situations
Reading is haaaaard!

Very classless. Sorry my posts fall short of your expectations. Feel free to look for me in the next thread, though.

"A valid spoiler thread." [lol]

And 43 is NOT old.......

[Slate 01]

Originally Posted by Dzl210

Every car group has the smart ass that has nothing to add except for a snide useless comment.

I do kind of like that Cayman spoiler, some type of "whale tale" addition to the factory one would be nice.

I don't want some flashy aftermarket Fast and Furious crap, I'm just trying to find something subtle that basically looks factory. To me the proportions of the Boxster are kind of off, the front and back are basically the same.

Is it hard to walk or sit down with your undies in such a large, tight wad? Just curious

[Giller]

Originally Posted by Dzl210

Every car group has the smart ass that has nothing to add except for a snide useless comment.

I do kind of like that Cayman spoiler, some type of "whale tale" addition to the factory one would be nice.

I don't want some flashy aftermarket Fast and Furious crap, I'm just trying to find something subtle that basically looks factory. To me the proportions of the Boxster are kind of off, the front and back are basically the same.

Who say's it was a useless comment? I thought it was rather funny and therefore, added value to my reading of this thread, just like the giant spoilers...and yes, even the miata pic.

Humour seems to be a lost art these days.

[amitmishra4]

+1.

I see that the OP is fairly new here and judging by his reaction/comments, he probably does not understand the kind of camaraderie on this forum (yet). Timco is as nice and helpful as they come - I will vouch for him personally as I am sure also will a lot of other members on here. As far as his comment goes, I certainly enjoy a little humor thrown into the mix so I see nothing wrong with it. I understand that not everyone finds the same things funny, but it does't hurt to play nice fellas! Now back to the topic and lets all focus on the joy of owning a Boxster and discussing our opinions and ideas in an open forum.

Happy Boxstering!

Originally Posted by Giller

Who say's it was a useless comment? I thought it was rather funny and therefore, added value to my reading of this thread, just like the giant spoilers...and yes, even the miata pic.

Humour seems to be a lost art these days.

[Nine8Six]

Screw duck-tail, whale-tail is the way to go lol

$30, good old fiberglass, ebay endorsed and all. Beat that!

Leaving your fingers where the trunk slams will lead to instant amputation. Not one of the lightest kit lol Had to add something disgusting to it sorry

[78F350]

Actually, nobody asked for your opinion, you just assumed that. The thread title is "Rear spoiler ideas". You know, actual ideas? Not just the same old dudes posting the same lame-ass opinions and idiotic pictures.

I'm an old dude, maybe a couple years older than Timco. I wasn't personally offended when the OP said that the back of my Boxsters are ugly:

Originally Posted by Dzl210

The back of the Boxster IMO is kind of lacking...

I was amused that he didn't like most of the modified ones either:

Originally Posted by Dzl210

...but many of the results on Google were disgusting.
No offense if that car is anyone here, just not my taste at all.

Early on it was easy to see this would be a good thread to watch. A good mix of the absurd and practicality with a sprinkle of narcissistic outrage.

Clearly there is an opening for a well engineered, light weight, and good looking mod for the back end of the 986s. Maybe some day Nine8six will get that DIY thread going?

[Nine8Six]

Originally Posted by 78F350

Clearly there is an opening for a well engineered, light weight, and good looking mod for the back end of the 986s. Maybe some day Nine8six will get that DIY thread going?

I won't lie, it came to mind. Some here had excellent ideas by pointing out the fact that someone should make use of the existing mechanism for a revolutionary spoiler system for both the Boxsters and Cayman. Something retractable that when deployed... it unfold itself a-la-panamera spoiler. Might be a bit "Transformer-age" dunno but digging the idea anyway. Carbon fiber, aluminum mechanism, TI gears/pivots....

Room for something cool indeed. I'll see if I can pull off a few sketches beg on 2015. Of course I'll check with you guys before and refine the idea using the forum community brains

[BIGJake111]

Sometimes a sticker is all you need! Keep the well functioning spoiler but slap a sticker on.

[78F350]

Great, so now its a "show us your @ss thread".

I'm in:

[EviL imports]

Originally Posted by Luv2Box

If you remove the air dam how are you gonna confuse people when you pass them with things like this:

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

Sometimes a sticker is all you need! Keep the well functioning spoiler but slap a sticker on.

Originally Posted by 78F350

Great, so now its a "show us your @ss thread".

I'm in:

Here's Mine
Letters are Powdercoated

[78F350]

Letters are Powdercoated

Lol of course.
I love the "Subaru Powered" with the Recaro seats, then the roll cage topping it all off.

So impure.

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What a thread! All it needs now is mention of felines and a comment about IMS upgrade options.
:dance:

[Smallblock454]

Like that. Ideal place for a "My other car is a Posche sticker".

[1rooster]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

Sometimes a sticker is all you need! Keep the well functioning spoiler but slap a sticker on.

I like that.Where did you find that?

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by 1rooster

I like that.Where did you find that?

I think suncoast, I got one for my previous car that said boxster. I'm not entirely sure though as this one came with the car.

[woodsman]

Any spoiler added to a Boxster will someday be removed. This is because the car's shape doesn't invite additions. When you add something on top of a gracious curve it's like a wart begging to be seen. Good design never forgets the whole picture and controls what takes center stage and what takes a back seat. To the uneducated eye, shall we say, within the realm of the mundane, the latest addition always looks swell. Enduring beauty doesn't have 'additions', think Jaguar E-type, Porsche 904, 901/911, 928, Ferrari 599, Chrysler 1934 Airflow etc.. These cars were complete when they left the factory and were designed by real pro's. On the 986 notice how the body curves under all the way around the car. It's details like this that make a car what it is. So before glueing a piece of plastic or fiberglass on take a step back and imagine it's affect on the 'whole'.
Of course, you may now proceed doing what you were going to do...:ah: