[Ckrikos]

Did you ever consider a 996 Turbo? I test drove one and now must get one. They are in the low 40 range for a nice model with low miles. Most of these have low miles as owners tended not to drive them much, plus they are very reliable. I can't see them dropping below $30k and they may have already hit a bottom of $36k for high mileage examples. I'm also considering a 996 3.4 preferably a 99 with 50k miles from an enthusiast. My thoughts are that this car will have the dual row IMS bearing. Will allow me to transfer my gt3 bumper, 18" wheels, headlights, nav system, etc (from boxster) and get more hp and the back seats I have been looking for. I figure with 50k miles you don't need to worry about d chunk or engine porosity as that would have already occurred. Finally the best part is that this car can be had for $18k. After selling your boxster you would be looking at $8-10k.

I would miss mine though.