I've seen this thread mentioned a couple times when new-b's have asked what problems RS's have. So, I wanted to post a follow up to what I tried to accomplish with this thread.

My original goal was to think of every wear & tear item on the car (stuff not covered by extended warranties) and then divide the cost of replacement by the expected life in miles. When unknown or driver dependent, I tried to error on the side of caution. Here's the spreadsheet I created (in US$):
JOBParts+LaborMileageCost/mi
Tires$1,350 250000.0540
Front Brake Pads$500 150000.0333
Front Rotors$900 300000.0300
Rear Brake Pads$500 300000.0167
Rear Rotors$900 600000.0150
Oil Change$250 100000.0250
Timing Belt -35k service$2,500 350000.0714
Plugs/Wires/Cap/Rotor??35000-
Transmission Service??35000-
$0.2454/mi.

So it makes me laugh when guys on this forum complain or compare notes on the price of gas and the MPG. Gas would have to increase another 50% from where it is now to even equal the cost of maintenance! Plus, repair and insurance are in addition.

I don't mean to dissuade anyone from owning one. They'd probably face the same costs if buying a 911 Turbo or equivalent car in terms of performance. I just wanted to inform myself and others so they don't get disillusioned.

Please though, help to provide feedback on my spreadsheet. Am I very far off anywhere? Or, are there potential cost savings that I am not aware of? Thanks!