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Old 10-25-2012, 11:00 AM   #12
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Originally Posted by DarkSunrise View Post
The only areas where I thought the Cayman S were clearly better were power (obviously) and engine sound. That's it.
And the area where the 86 is clearly better is cost - both purchase price, obviously, but also upkeep. I'm told that not only do parts for the Cayman set you back big $$, but also labour is high because, among other things, getting at the engine is awkward.

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Originally Posted by Rampage View Post
If purchase price or cost of ownership is a consideration in these reviews then the GT86/FR-S/BRZ is going to win all the comparisons. It would have won the MT 2012 Best Drivers Car if price had been given weight in the contest.
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