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Boxster - I was between a 987.1 Cayman S and the BRZ. Chose the BRZ and don't really regret it, but that Porsche sure was nice. If you can swing a 987.2, definitely do that. Much nicer engine and updated interior.

That's ultimately what made my decision - the newer engines in the 987.2 were such a bonus over the 987.1's, but I didn't want to pay that much premium for the updated car. So, I bought a new BRZ with a warranty. 987.2s also don't have an intermediate shaft, so while the failure is very unlikely in a 987.1, it's impossible in the 987.2.

Oddly enough, insurance was actually less expensive for me on both a 997.1 and 987.1.

Right now my next sports car target (eventually) is a nice 997.2 Carrera S or a Z51 Stingray.