I think the scare tactics are to stop people buying into them ! For me, its fear of not understadning the engine. I get 4 pots, i know how they work.. Know how to service, repair (to a certain extent) wankle engines on the other hand .... I understand the principle, but ive never taken one apart and this is how i learn how things work .. And would be too scared to i think too !! lol Unless you have the wallet to take it to a specialist, i wouldnt take the chance.. P1's are my dream cars .. And your right, they will only go up in price if its kept in good nick ..