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Thanks David 👍 I did wonder about the radiators as there are wide open slots on both sides of the front bumper, so it wouldn't take much for a stone or something similar to damage them. It is surprising that Porsche didn't fit some mesh, but as you say, you could be quite cynical about such things. I will investigate what aftermarket solutions there are out there 👍

I am not planning on keeping it for that long, but your point is well made 🙂 Perhaps I am being naïve, but I am hoping for not much more than routine maintenance and wear and tear costs during my ownership. Granted, those are also very expensive, but at least they can be accounted for in advance. Having said that, servicing costs aren't too bad when you consider that the next major service isn't due until 2028!

Thanks Phil, good to know 👍 Strangely, Porsche service schedule for my Cayman are every 2 years or 20k miles. Since I don't do 10k miles a year, that means that my car isn't due its next service until Jun 2026! I am thinking this is too long, so I will probably take it to an independent to get the oil and filter changed. Having said that, Porsche Centre Portsmouth have been really good so far. Had a few niggles after I bought it, and even though they weren't strictly speaking warranty items, since I had just bought it, they sorted them out without question and were very helpful. It is just that they are very expensive!

Thanks David 👍 Sadly, no track day, but I am not in a hurry to take it there anyway, especially, as you say, the tyres don't last long at the best of times! To be fair, since it does handle so amazingly well, I do tend to throw it around corners quite a bit, so it isn't that much of a surprise that the tyres don't last that long. I do intend to use the main dealers for service, so thanks for the warning and I will watch out. Having said that, it is always good to know of a decent independent for anything that isn't service or warranty related, so I will keep Ray Northway in mind should I require their services. I found out that Porsche Reading charge £291 per hour for their labour!

So far, so good 😁 It does have an extended warranty until Jan 2027, so fingers crossed no expensive problems 🤞

Well, for those that might be interested, I suppose I should bring this topic full circle. Latest update is that I sold my Stinger last month. Sad times indeed ☹️ Had it 2 and a quarter years and roughly 14,500 miles. In that time, it was utterly brilliant, faultless (unless you include interior rattles and squeaks!) and great fun to drive. I miss it greatly. I should also point out that Wayland Kia in Reading were brilliant throughout. So, if it was so good, why did I sell it? I might be having a midlife crisis moment 🙂 A 2021 Porsche Cayman S is currently sitting on my drive. Pics to follow...

Interesting stuff indeed Linas, thanks for the update 👍 6kg is negligible, so it looks like an excellent candidate for a swap. Looking forward to see more progress soon!

What a great idea for a project! Nothing against those that spend thousands on their cars, but I do love a 'cheap', drop in upgrade when it can be done. Is the 3GR engine much heavier than the original? Can't imagine there is much in it, either way. Best of luck! Looking forward to seeing the results.

Despite being a Lexus forum, pictures of the Capri would be most welcome 🙂

Correct. It's rare that it happens as most PCP's have a rather conservative GFV, but it is an added form of protection against going into negative equity.

Sadly, John passed away last year 😢

I do think it is important to highlight that this forum, whilst a great place, probably represents quite a minority of owners. So, despite what is felt on here regarding Lexus' fortunes going forward, @Tickedon has it right that Lexus UK is doing better than ever: Lexus Achieves Record UK Sales In light of this, why would they go to the expense of fitting immobilisers to customers cars, especially as it would be quite a costly endeavor for them, with very little perceived gains? As such, I will re-iterate my earlier supposition that the only course of action for those unhappy with the situation is to change their cars. Although, in that case, I do feel that the costs attributed to the canbus thefts would be unrecoverable in any courts and the owner would sadly be the one who takes the hit.

The prices seem to have plateaued at the moment but I'm sure they will get a little cheaper in time. I certainly recommend getting one if you do manage to get the chance 👍 (just don't look at your running costs too closely...😀)

Waylands Kia in Reading are getting an Orange Stinger in soon if you are interested 🙂 2022, 5000 miles, £35k ish I believe.