We've owned our 83.5 for eleven years.  In that time, I've resealed one
head, replaced one water pump, replaced one clutch, four shocks and a
couple sets of tires.  I've also driven it nearly 100k miles.  It
currently has 209k miles on it and uses no oil between changes.  Friday
we experienced the dreaded 3/4 slider failure in the trans.  Monday I'll
pick up a "good" used trans and pop it in.  I fully expect another 100
to 150k out of this vehicle. I wish that all engines were as unreliable
as the wasserboxer.

A subie might be nice, and if I had a Westy I might think about it.  But
probably not for long.

Jim