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I would rather be driving
Join Date: Apr 2000
Location: Austin, TX
Posts: 9,108
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Love the Cayman. Spent some time in a Cayman R and from behind the wheel it is the clear winner from a handling perspective.
For that budget I would be looking at a 996TT. Available for $40K with low mileage and none of the standard M96 motor issues. Yeah, I said it. I want one as a DD.
I too would not be scared off by an early 996. IMS bearing upgrade, low temp thermostat and drive it. for under $20K you could replace the engine every few years and be ahead.
My only problem with the Cayman is the rear roof line drop. I am 6"3" and do not quite fit comfortably with enough head clearance. Certainly could not get a helmet on under there.
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