For the most part, I agree with you. However, with something like the 2ZZ-GE engine that is known for cam lubrication issues, I'm not going to either extreme. I'll be doing a lot of spirited driving, but I'm keeping it off the 2nd cam for the first few hundred miles.

At 150 miles now, I'm past the 'beat-it-into-perfection' period. But I'll start driving it harder and harder as the miles pile on.

 

Congrats - it's a gorgeous car. Lovely weather we're having for it to be delivered though... Come Springtime, it'll be perfect.

 

This what is the next step for me......beautiful

 

The cam galling issue isn't a lubrication problem, it's a production issue with the cams themselves (they weren't finished hard enough). It was much more an issue with earlier builds, so chances are you won't run into it.

 

That's partially true, although there is also a known oil starvation issue, in the head, with these engines. Mine shouldn't experience it, but it's something I'll keep in mind.

Regardless, I'm going to try to balance not voiding my warranty with driving it harder for the next few hundred miles. But with about 150 miles, I'm quickly getting to the point where it doesn't matter anymore.

997carrerasblk06, very nice. The '11+ Elises are beautiful. I would have gotten one if it wasn't for the price difference, and the one I bought having every option. Good luck! Let us know if you move forward with buying one!

 

Im sure you will enjoy driving this pocket rocket!

 

Congratz! Enjoy it in the best of health!