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  • Woody

    Sept. 11, 2008 8:04 p.m. Woody HalfDork

    walterj wrote:

    That whole "2 drops of oil on the floor means you need a whole new top end. I can do it this week for $12k or next month for $20k when it explodes" money train was too good to last I guess. I wonder how many 911 owners know you can drive them to 200k if you ignore your mechanic.

    It's a little more dramatic with the Boxster, as they have a tendency to scatter tiny pieces of German metal throughout your neighborhood without warning.

    Google "Boxster Catastrophic Engine" and you will find 2,490 links to read through.

  • Varkwso

    Sept. 12, 2008 7:01 a.m. Varkwso Reader

    Great woman - keep her happy.

    I have been looking idly for a Cayman S - but they are still too high in price...

  • Racer1ab

    Sept. 12, 2008 7:37 a.m. Racer1ab New Reader

    You have to listen to the wife, and buy a Porsche?!?

    Does she have a sister?

    So...for those of us without P-car money, how much are you asking for the Miatas?

  • daytonaer

    Sept. 12, 2008 8:02 a.m. daytonaer New Reader

    Saw this a few days ago and thought "lucky"

    Saw it again today and am surprised you don't have pictures of your new ride yet. Its ok if your still out driving.

  • minimac

    Sept. 12, 2008 8:48 a.m. minimac Dork

    We bought an '82 SC back in April(see readers rides) for less money than you'd expect to pay for a 99 and up Miata. I still don't know if the radio works- I've never turned it on. It's not plush, but the driving experience is awesome. Show me another car from 1982 where the clock still keeps perfect time. Driving in the city or on the highway is good, but when you get on some twisty back roads, driving doesn't get any better. And the sounds of going through the gears is worth the admission price. Don't do like me, do some research first to learn what to look for, then jump in. you won't regret it.

  • Woody

    Sept. 12, 2008 9:31 a.m. Woody HalfDork

    Racer1ab wrote:

    You have to listen to the wife, and buy a Porsche?!?

    Does she have a sister?

    So...for those of us without P-car money, how much are you asking for the Miatas?

    She has two sisters, in fact. Both are single. There are, however, some significant differences between the three of them.

    The Mazdas are not actively for sale yet, as I haven't made a decision yet.

    Both are 96's. One is set up for the track with a cage, Spec Miata suspension, exhaust, brakes, race seat, gauges, etc.

    The other is a loaded, low milage original with leather. Both have hardtops.

  • sachilles

    Sept. 12, 2008 12:36 p.m. sachilles New Reader

    Having made a similar mistake after my wife made a comment just like this......it means sell the two miatas first, then buy the porsche. Not buy the porsche, then sell the two miatas.

  • MitchellC

    Sept. 12, 2008 1:14 p.m. MitchellC Reader

    What about selling one of the Miatas, buying the Porsche, and then listing the other Miata for $3k more than it's worth and lament "not getting any bites"?

  • Woody

    Sept. 12, 2008 1:28 p.m. Woody HalfDork

    MitchellC wrote:

    What about selling one of the Miatas, buying the Porsche, and then listing the other Miata for $3k more than it's worth and lament "not getting any bites"?

    I like the way you think.

    I am much more attached to one car than the other anyway. I could sell the track car, get stuck with the other one and turn it into another track car next year.

  • Rupunzell

    Sept. 21, 2008 10:35 a.m. Rupunzell New Reader

    Early Boxters have serious engine problems... IMO, Porsche cost more than they offer in terms of driving experience. My opinion is based on being around Porsche's for nearly 30+ years form early 911's, 914's to the current GT-3.

    Trade in the Miata's for a Lotus Elise/ Exige.. Drive the Lotus and Porsche Boxter, then decide. There have been a good number of Boxter owners posting "want to trade for a Elise" in the local want ads.

  • Woody

    Sept. 21, 2008 3:53 p.m. Woody Dork

    The Elise may be my ultimate goal, but they are still about ten grand beyond what I'm willing to spend. I think if I shop carefully, I can find a 911 that I can enjoy for a few years while holding onto most of its value, and then step up to an Elise.

    The Boxster is not even a consideration.

  • Volksroddin

    Sept. 21, 2008 5:43 p.m. Volksroddin Reader

    to Wally, Ha haa thats a 911GT1. Pluse they only made like maybe 20 road going versions.

  • noisycricket

    Sept. 22, 2008 6:19 p.m. noisycricket New Reader

    Woody wrote:

    I have wrestled with several variations on this same idea in my head for the past couple of years, but always without seeking spousal insight. Now, she's the one suggesting it.

    Discuss.

    Your wife is awesome. Is she married?

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