Should I trade in my Boxster for a Cayman?

[husker boxster]

My CSS is my all season car and it gets around fine in our tough Neb winters with a set of Blizzaks on it. But your 986 would too with the proper tires. ADV: push

The IMS in the 987 is nearly impossible to change but is also much less prone to failure. But you already have yours fixed. ADV: push

A CS (all Caymans in 2006 were S versions) will have 295 HP compared to your 217, so that would be a nice upgrade. But if you don't track your 986, 217 is probably plenty to get you in trouble. ADV: Cayman

The 987 is a big leap in quality of materials and reliability vs a 986. Plus the interior is more modern in appearance. ADV: Cayman

$26K is not a bad price for the CS, but you're prob correct in what they'll give you for trade. ADV: Boxster

For around $2500 you can have your Box winter worthy vs spending $18K for the CS + a set of wheels and snows. There are at least 4 hardtops for sale on ebay. ADV: Boxster

Bottom line: the numbers don't add up. Keep the Boxster.

Good luck with your decision.