An obd2 reader is invaluable for the current prices. Bluetooth units are as little as $10. They can be used to read and clear a lot of codes in almost any car. That being said, if you have $300 to spare and want the more in depth features, a Durametric can do a lot more in the 986.
Having both would be ideal, but I get along just fine with obd2
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