Originally Posted by cgocifer
Funny how everyone is praising their cars for being trouble free. It should be expected that a modern car with under 50,000 miles shouldn't have any major problems.
I agree, I have 1995 Dodge Dakota 4X4 I purchased new and It just passed 200K miles. The only things major that have been replaced are the water pump, an EGR valve (3 weeks ago to pass smog), a starter, two batteries (both blew up interestingly enough), and a fan belt. Still has original hoses but they are ready to be replaced. Still bone stock except for the radio.
I still drive the crud out of that truck. I just hauled a fridge at lunch for a co-worker.
Now its a part runner for the XF. I've spent more money in aftermarket parts (goodies) in the last 2 mos for the XF (aka "The Toy") then in 12+ years (excluding 4 sets of BF Goodrich AT tires) owning my truck.
Take care of your vehicle and it will take care of you.