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I too was scared to buy the 83 or 84 Yamaha Venture because of the 2nd gear failure.I bought one instead and the gear went out at 25000 miles.That was 10 years ago and I still ride my84.I just rev her up in 1st the shift into 3rd and keep on trucking,that was 60000 since the failure.I have had 6 more Ventures and I will continue riding a Yamaha.With all that being said,I bought my Boxster knowing about the IMS problems but I can replace the engine if failure occurred cheaper than a bearing replace.Like others have said,put aside about 2K and enjoy the thrill of the ride.When I said I could replace the engine cheaper than the IMS bearing I know where 6 Boxster engines are ranging from $1500 to $2500 depending on mileage 40 miles from where I live.