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congrats on the Spyder, love mine. Once you get used to the roof and those buttons, you’ll be fine. No need to push down very hard to feel around where they are and push gently. The key fob only helps when you are putting the roof down not back up. Hope that helps. Toss us a picture of your ride.

Thanks Bobby! Well, I'm hoping they do loosen up, and I'll figure out the buttons I'm sure. But I'm pretty sure the fob is suppose to close the roof latch too. Or at least it does in this video:

 

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Also, I'll post a pic when I get a chance and good light. Love your color, I wanted a red roof too but there were none to be found in the spec I wanted.

 

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Ok cool, I clicked to follow you so I’ll look out for some pics. What color is it?

Chalk over Bordeaux, black wheels and roof.

 

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I see what you mean, I’ll have to try closing it that way.

I'll be curious to see if yours works that way. Mine didn't. And not having to climb back into the cabin to latch the roof would make things just a little be easier. ;-)

 

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I found this video helped me understand the roof when I was waiting for mine to arrive.

Actually that was helpful. I see this guy using both thumbs to operate the button. I'll give that a try next time. Thanks!

 

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Just to check - you have released the roof first? I'm sure you have as the tension would probably stop it opening entirely.

Push the whole "catch" in, and hold pressure on it, while you push the button. This will release more tension on the prong/finger and make it come out easier. I have occasionally put a little silicone lubricant on mine - using a small paint brush, not just covering the whole area in loads of silicone mess.

Very useful tip! Thanks much, I'll try that!

 

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I kinda like the impromptu moment at a stop sign, or slow speed, when I can hit the switch and open up. Or a speeedy retreat from the rain. Manual convertible tops don't appeal to me.

I understand that and I too had to hesitate a little when considering a Spyder. But, having owned a 914, a Lotus Elise, and a Caterham 620S, I get that a fiddly roof is sometimes a price I have to pay to own a special car. And I love the lines of the Spyder with the roof up, lines that I don't think would be possible with an automatic roof.