 I was absolutely pleased with the purchase of my 2008 Outlander.  Drove it home from the dealer approx. 150 miles & it was love at first sight.  Then I drove it in the slush & snow. AWD was great, but then I washed the car & looked at the paint.  The design of the body causes chips & sandblasting to take effect on the bottom half of the vehicle.  940 miles & my red mitsu looks bad.  Put on mud flaps, but didn't stop the effect.  Everytime I drive in bad weather I cringe because more paint is being stripped.  Mitsubishi is aware, but has not come up with any solution.  Gas mileage is good as promised.  Only drive it in Fla.