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Originally Posted by Finnegan
I'm not considering moving on. I don't see a high degree of risk with the N52 or S54 engine or drivetrain. Sure as the car ages there's maintenance to be done. Electronics are the only area of potential concern, but we're not seeing a high failure rate there on the 2003, 2004, and 2005s as far as I know. We're not driving a Porsche with IMS, or a Boxster or Gen I Cayman here that has known engine issues. In those cases dumping the car before 40K is probably a very wise financial decision.
Considering the performance/fun of this car vs. the cost of a newer car, I'm just putting some of the money that would go to a new car into a repair fund. If I spend 4K every 4 years that's still a hell of a lot cheaper than the cost of a new car. Especially given the slim choices for the same performance, reliability, and fun factor on the market.
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Thanks for the thoughts, your repair fund is an interesting idea. And I totally agree re the slim choices on the market.