So I finally did it, I bought my dream car, a used Cayman that I've been eyeing for years, and I'm absolutely in love with how it drives and handles, but now the reality of ownership is starting to sink in and I'm honestly a bit anxious about the maintenance side of things. I knew going in that Porsches aren't cheap to run but I don't think I fully appreciated just how specialized the servicing needs to be until I started reading forums and seeing people talk about all the specific tools and knowledge required just to do basic work on these cars. I'm due for a major service soon and I'm dreading taking it to the dealership because I've heard their labour rates are through the roof and they tend to recommend preventative replacements that might not even be necessary yet. I've been trying to find a good independent specialist who really knows these flat-six engines and can do things like valve adjustments and spark plug changes without messing anything up, because I've seen horror stories about people taking their Porsches to general mechanics who end up causing more problems than they fix. I'm also curious about whether it's worth getting an extended warranty or if I should just put that money aside for repairs as they come up. I've been researching and trying to find a place that does expert Porsche repair in Abu Dhabi because I figure with all the Porsches on the road here, there must be some talented specialists who know these cars inside and out. If any of you have owned a Porsche for a while and can share your experiences with maintenance costs, what to watch out for, and whether you've found a trustworthy workshop, I'd really appreciate the wisdom because I feel like I'm walking into this a bit blind.