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[RandallNeighbour]

My problem with the new turbo4 motors isn't the lack of sound from a flat six, it's the long term costs of ownership.

Turbos can and do go out prematurely from being wound up tight and hot and being shut down too fast, and they have an average lifespan of no more than 100k... and they're not going to be cheap to replace.

Seems like auto makers (well, at least Porsche and BMW) are making cars to last through the CPO warranty period and that's about it. Yeah, I know the EPA is pressuring them to get better fuel economy, but the fact remains. They're building very high maintenance vehicles to keep on the road long term.

[Franco]

Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

My problem with the new turbo4 motors isn't the lack of sound from a flat six, it's the long term costs of ownership.

Turbos can and do go out prematurely from being wound up tight and hot and being shut down too fast, and they have an average lifespan of no more than 100k... and they're not going to be cheap to replace.

Seems like auto makers (well, at least Porsche and BMW) are making cars to last through the CPO warranty period and that's about it. Yeah, I know the EPA is pressuring them to get better fuel economy, but the fact remains. They're building very high maintenance vehicles to keep on the road long term.

I agree

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