 Outside of tires and batteries, this car has had no repair work, and has never been in the shop with 80,000 miles.  I do my own maintenance.  Original brakes with a lot of city driving.  Hey, just use the transmission to slow down.  Not a hot rod, not a sports car, but runs great and handles pretty darn well too.  The ride is superb and the car is extremely comfortable on long trips.  Cannot ask for more than this car has given.  The best value anyplace!