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recycled sixtie 05-18-2014 05:39 AM

I had been thinking about a Cayman to replace my 2001 Boxster base. The latter has been good in snow but the Cayman will be the same if too much snow then you are going to have to park it or else you become a snow plough. Good snow tires are essential for up to about 3 inches of snow and even then drifts can pound away at the underside of the car.

If you buy a CPO Cayman ask how many years left on the warranty.Niggling problems on my 2001 Boxster are starting to become annoying. Perhaps it is my age but there is a lot to be said for having something bigger, being able to throw my bike in the back, being able to take two sets of golf clubs and two passengers at the same time and being reliable and economical in terms of repairs.

The latter is more about me but focusing on you the Cayman is not great for one car DD year round. It sounds like you need a beater for the winter or else you could get stuck in heavy snow in a Cayman.

Guy.

rfuerst911sc 05-18-2014 05:39 AM

In Jan. of this year I picked up a 2002 Boxster S as my daily driver I also have a 1983 911SC coupe, Toyota RAV4 for the wife/family and a GMC dually so a vastly different fleet :D. I absolutely love the Boxster for a daily driver. It is quick, nimble, comfortable and handles like a slot car. Engine makes nice noise behind your head and good on gas if you can keep your foot out of it what's not to love ? Great modern safety/comfort systems it's a win/win as far as I'm concerned.

recycled sixtie 05-18-2014 05:55 AM

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Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc (Post 8070552)
In Jan. of this year I picked up a 2002 Boxster S as my daily driver I also have a 1983 911SC coupe, Toyota RAV4 for the wife/family and a GMC dually so a vastly different fleet :D. I absolutely love the Boxster for a daily driver. It is quick, nimble, comfortable and handles like a slot car. Engine makes nice noise behind your head and good on gas if you can keep your foot out of it what's not to love ? Great modern safety/comfort systems it's a win/win as far as I'm concerned.

I have sent you a pm.Guy.

wildthing 05-18-2014 08:14 AM

If it was just me, no wife or kids to haul around, I'd get a Boxster. Cayman will be second.

I like the Mini to drive occasionally but not to own.

But that's just me.

rfuerst911sc 05-18-2014 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by recycled sixtie (Post 8070568)
I have sent you a pm.Guy.

Back at you :D

MMARSH 05-18-2014 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CJFusco (Post 8069673)
Have you seen one in the metal? They are stunning, IMHO.

I agree. I think they are a much better looking car.


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