I bought my red 6-speed a week before Christmas (my gift to me). It has 1500 mi and I have had zero problems with it. Its a 3rd car and I use it only when its not raining. We've had a lot of rain this year in Calif. The buying experience with the dealer was fine. I've purchased 3 vehicles from the same dealer and fleet manager. I've never gotten so much attention with a new car as with this one.