I am currently trying to figure out what to do. I really want to purchase a Z8, but given the inflated prices, I started looking at the 911 cabriolets. At about 85K, they are pretty cool, it seems. I am a die hard BMW fanatic, however, and would have to go through some serious therapy before making the Porsche purchase. That said, I'm wondering if any of you have ever owned a 996 porsche 911, and if so whether you traded it in on a Z8. Did any of you consider the 911 when you purchased the Z8? If any of the above applies to you, what are your impressions regarding both cars: the pros, cons, and honest assessments.

Any advice you can deliver would be greatly appreciated.

Also, does anyone know whether BMW has decided to extend the run of Z8s past the four years originally planned?
-Roburt