997.1 running costs

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ELROR said:

Factor in £300 per year insurance and almost zero depreciation and I can't think of a car that is better value for smiles per mile. Do it!

Almost zero depreciation. I've heard that one before

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T7 said:

Thanks to all who have replied, really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge and experience. Have to say it was the news that I was dreading, possibly the reality of realising I've potentially been living in denial (oh that hurt!). Might need to go back to the drawing board, need something special for my next car, but would struggle with some of the figures being mentioned and take on board these are without anything major going wrong. Genuinely didn't think the costs would be that much higher than my 535d (ex fuel and tax), I've pretty much been out on average £400 per year over the last 3 year.

Thanks again to all

I think your deaming if you think you can move from an oil burner to a performance car and expect similar running costs.

I've got a 997.2 turbo and a BMW M3.

Even the M3 probably cost me around £1500 - £2000 per annum in running cost, just doesn't compare to a 535d which only requires an occasional oil change.

The advantage of the 997.1 C2S etc is zero depreciation.