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Originally Posted By SamIAm1892⏩
Own a Benz. No real issues, aside from occasional electric gremlins (pretty rare so far besides glitching that goes away quickly - knock on wood). The main reason people complain about German cars is that they have required maintenance schedules, which are somewhat expensive and annoying. The car itself works fine, but the upkeep can add up pretty quickly. Just make sure you're able to afford the maintenance schedule, not just the car, and you'll probably be fine.2jz are built well. It is no wonder they swap those and LS motors in a lot of cars.
I had zero issues with my 2jz, with the only exception of misfiring from burnt/cracked coil packs and wiring. But with the motor, that think can take a beating.
Seems like the consensus with reliability are:
Honda
Toyota
Chevy
VW
Ford
So BMWs, Mercedes and Audi's wouldn't be a good daily driver?
Was looking for some between the 3, more so leaning towards Audi.
I had zero issues with my 2jz, with the only exception of misfiring from burnt/cracked coil packs and wiring. But with the motor, that think can take a beating.
Seems like the consensus with reliability are:
Honda
Toyota
Chevy
VW
Ford
So BMWs, Mercedes and Audi's wouldn't be a good daily driver?
Was looking for some between the 3, more so leaning towards Audi.
Most cars are quite reliable nowadays in terms of the mechanics. The main issues that arise are typically with the electronics.
12-06-2022, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted By r32gojirra⏩
All Lexuses (Lexii?) are mega reliable but that 2 jay-z in particular is a beast of a motor
Originally Posted By headturner1⏩
Unmolested 2j's are pretty stout. I found that the factory twins usually gave people problems but that just means you go big single.I had a 2jz swapped MK3 supra I ran for almost a decade. I got it from JDM engine depot from an Aristo but this thing was beat to all hell, I should have known better but I used it and it ended up giving the smoke up (broke a cam somehow) a few months in. After I built the engine back to OEM spec it ran flawlessly.One of the few posts where you’re not pissing people off.
Strong username to 2j knowledge as well.
It was a ****in beast.. it developed a slight valve cover gasket leak around 180k (nothing on the garage floor), but didn’t burn an amount that was appreciable between oil changes.
Not much top end in that thing, but Jesus it was smooth. Way more drivable as a daily than my isf
Strong username to 2j knowledge as well.
It was a ****in beast.. it developed a slight valve cover gasket leak around 180k (nothing on the garage floor), but didn’t burn an amount that was appreciable between oil changes.
Not much top end in that thing, but Jesus it was smooth. Way more drivable as a daily than my isf
12-06-2022, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted By jumpman023⏩
What model did you own? I was looking at the SL550 or the SLK250.Own a Benz. No real issues, aside from occasional electric gremlins (pretty rare so far besides glitching that goes away quickly - knock on wood). The main reason people complain about German cars is that they have required maintenance schedules, which are somewhat expensive and annoying. The car itself works fine, but the upkeep can add up pretty quickly. Just make sure you're able to afford the maintenance schedule, not just the car, and you'll probably be fine.
Most cars are quite reliable nowadays in terms of the mechanics. The main issues that arise are typically with the electronics.
Most cars are quite reliable nowadays in terms of the mechanics. The main issues that arise are typically with the electronics.
Originally Posted By Steveyblack⏩
Damn, you still have the Mk3? I got the same VVti 2jz motor in mine when my original was giving out. I paid $2500 I believe back in 2014, now the damn things are selling for nearly double to triple the price.Unmolested 2j's are pretty stout. I found that the factory twins usually gave people problems but that just means you go big single.I had a 2jz swapped MK3 supra I ran for almost a decade. I got it from JDM engine depot from an Aristo but this thing was beat to all hell, I should have known better but I used it and it ended up giving the smoke up (broke a cam somehow) a few months in. After I built the engine back to OEM spec it ran flawlessly.
12-06-2022, 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted By Archangel_Lost⏩
same here dude, doesn't matter what the **** i buy. my current Focus was doing relatively great until an EVAP code came up a few weeks ago. Fuk. i know not to keep pumping the pump handle when full too.never had a reliable vehicle. always something cropping up, either something failing or just "something that model is known for" bull****. Makes me hardcore roll my eyes when people say "well if you take care of it then it will run forever" yeah no you stupid ******* changing the oil had ****all to do with any of my problems.
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12-06-2022, 07:09 PM
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2000 Nissan Maxima 5sp, bought it with 115,000 miles handed it down to my kid 10 years later at 220,000 miles only did oil changes , did some suspension work ( kid i bought it from had it slammed with cut springs ) and routing brakes and tires
It now has around 260k miles and still going .
I loved that car
It now has around 260k miles and still going .
I loved that car
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Originally Posted By mchabs⏩
I have mk7 gti too, mechanical reliability on them is pretty good. They had made minor tweaks over time since the mk5 so got a lot of known issues out, engine is on 3rd generation for example.Current car is a mk7 VW GTI that I bought CPO. Car has never given me problems or even had a CEL. I make sure to keep up on maintenance meticulously.
Runner up is a 1997 GC8 2.2L Subaru Impreza I had as a spare car/winter beater. I bought the thing for $900, and while it wasn't the most reliable thing I've ever had, it would not die. Considering the cost, it was great value/reliability ratio. Wouldn't go into 2nd gear, needed new shocks, odometer didn't work, but it would simply not die. Thing prob had 300K miles on it. Eventually had to get rid of it because it wouldn't pass emissions and just wasn't worth the hassle.
Runner up is a 1997 GC8 2.2L Subaru Impreza I had as a spare car/winter beater. I bought the thing for $900, and while it wasn't the most reliable thing I've ever had, it would not die. Considering the cost, it was great value/reliability ratio. Wouldn't go into 2nd gear, needed new shocks, odometer didn't work, but it would simply not die. Thing prob had 300K miles on it. Eventually had to get rid of it because it wouldn't pass emissions and just wasn't worth the hassle.
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Originally Posted By SamIAm1892⏩
Nah the MK3 shell was rotten at that point, like pretty bad. It was an 87 that I got back in '07 for like 500 dollars. It already had some rust then and it only got worse. I pulled the 2j, R154, built diff and got rid of the car. Held onto the 2j till like last year and got rid of it for a pretty penny. Some days I miss it, but it was a money pit that never ended.What model did you own? I was looking at the SL550 or the SLK250.
Damn, you still have the Mk3? I got the same VVti 2jz motor in mine when my original was giving out. I paid $2500 I believe back in 2014, now the damn things are selling for nearly double to triple the price.
Damn, you still have the Mk3? I got the same VVti 2jz motor in mine when my original was giving out. I paid $2500 I believe back in 2014, now the damn things are selling for nearly double to triple the price.
12-06-2022, 09:46 PM
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Owned 3 Fords in my lifetime (I am oldcell).
1st - won't say what it was cuz you will die laughing. 356,000 miles
2nd - 1989 Mustang. 260,000 miles before it was stolen.
3rd - 2000 Mustang. 361,200 current miles (and counting).
All original motors/transmissions with no work done on them (other than usual maintenance).
So that is 977,000 lifetime miles. Those 3 cars cost a combined $43,000 bought brand new.
Just got lucky I think.
1st - won't say what it was cuz you will die laughing. 356,000 miles
2nd - 1989 Mustang. 260,000 miles before it was stolen.
3rd - 2000 Mustang. 361,200 current miles (and counting).
All original motors/transmissions with no work done on them (other than usual maintenance).
So that is 977,000 lifetime miles. Those 3 cars cost a combined $43,000 bought brand new.
Just got lucky I think.
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Scion Xb. I drove it over 300,000 miles since I used to do 35-40 thousand miles a year. It still ran when I got rid of it.
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12-06-2022, 10:25 PM
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1969 Ford 250. Probably 250k miles.
1979 C3, 219k miles
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12-06-2022, 10:31 PM
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12-06-2022, 10:33 PM
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Originally Posted By mikebadg3⏩
This is the Golden God of reliability. Current one has chit falling off of it and as long as you keep adding oil it keeps going.toyota camry
Originally Posted By Arem24⏩
If it has the 4.4i I would sell it tomorrow. Notorious problem with timing guides, they wear out then your timing chains slap around for a little while before your engine seizes up. Also prone to an oil leak in a gasket that's behind the coolant reservoir of all places, nightmare to change.Current whip is a 2013 X5 with 80k miles.
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Acura TL
I'm on my 4th one in 16 years ('97, '97, '02, and '03 models)
only had one that I lost to mechanical failure (transmission died)
rest were accidents (none my fault)
basically just need an oil change twice a year and they're good to go
bought my current one for 5k srs
I'm on my 4th one in 16 years ('97, '97, '02, and '03 models)
only had one that I lost to mechanical failure (transmission died)
rest were accidents (none my fault)
basically just need an oil change twice a year and they're good to go
bought my current one for 5k srs
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12-07-2022, 05:00 AM
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Originally Posted By headturner1⏩
Not sherriff seriousOne of the few posts where you’re not pissing people off.
Strong username to 2j knowledge as well.
It was a ****in beast.. it developed a slight valve cover gasket leak around 180k (nothing on the garage floor), but didn’t burn an amount that was appreciable between oil changes.
Not much top end in that thing, but Jesus it was smooth.Way more drivable as a daily than my isf
Strong username to 2j knowledge as well.
It was a ****in beast.. it developed a slight valve cover gasket leak around 180k (nothing on the garage floor), but didn’t burn an amount that was appreciable between oil changes.
Not much top end in that thing, but Jesus it was smooth.Way more drivable as a daily than my isf
The 2j has plenty of top end with the right turbo but for smoothness nothing beats a UZ v8
Both awesome motors though
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Definitely my old '98 civic.
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*Use half the roll to wipe after a poo crew*
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I'm afraid to say. I'd likely jinx the car. Have a sport car though that is nearly 16 years old, that has been through a lot and yet never had an issue. I guess the worst issue wasn't the cars fault. Someone backed into the car, putting a nice dent into the bumper. That is pretty much it.
Least reliable car was a VW/Porsche 914. Basically a VW car with a Porsche badge that nearly everyday had something go wrong with it. It kept me in shape with all the walking I'd end up having to do after being stranded by the side of the road.
Least reliable car was a VW/Porsche 914. Basically a VW car with a Porsche badge that nearly everyday had something go wrong with it. It kept me in shape with all the walking I'd end up having to do after being stranded by the side of the road.
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Probably a 97 chrysler sebring convertible that I drove for years (2001-2009ish?). Put over 100k miles on it. Other than regular wear parts like brakes and tires, I had very few issues with it and they were just nuisance stuff-
oil pressure sensor failed, the cluster would go out occasionaly. The soft top started having some leaking issues after 7 or so New England winters. The water seeping in shorted one of the power window locks at that point.
I bought a 2010 Honda CRV brand new that never had a single issue until some a$$hole on his phone crossed the center line and totaled it late 2013. Sh!tty because I'd probably still have it now with no issues.
oil pressure sensor failed, the cluster would go out occasionaly. The soft top started having some leaking issues after 7 or so New England winters. The water seeping in shorted one of the power window locks at that point.
I bought a 2010 Honda CRV brand new that never had a single issue until some a$$hole on his phone crossed the center line and totaled it late 2013. Sh!tty because I'd probably still have it now with no issues.
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12-07-2022, 06:39 AM
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Originally Posted By dogorman7⏩
IDK man. My 2017 F150 is legit having tranny issues at 95k. Probably going to trade it.This tbh
Among my tradie friends people unanimously agreed Ford is the most reliable truck
I’ve only owned one vehicle that isn’t a pickup but my W210 E class hasn’t given me any issues in the 18 months I’ve owned it and it’s old as ****
Among my tradie friends people unanimously agreed Ford is the most reliable truck
I’ve only owned one vehicle that isn’t a pickup but my W210 E class hasn’t given me any issues in the 18 months I’ve owned it and it’s old as ****
The most reliable I had was probably early Hondas and Toyotas that I beat the chit out of. I will tell you though, the least reliable I ever had was a Jeep Wrangler. I had a 2008 Rubicon that couldn't go a 3 month stretch without something failing.
12-07-2022, 06:43 AM
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Bought 02 Camry brand new, still own it to this day as a beater. Can't say i beat it up and cant say i took care of it either. Still running like a dream @ 199K miles. I expect to see lots of Hondas and Toyotas in this thread
12-07-2022, 06:54 AM
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99-06 era chevy/GMC yukon/tahoe/yukon xl/suburban
210k on it before rust finally claimed her. Understandable since it was driven through salt water regularly. Other than that, only lost the steering pump @ 175k because I was wheeling on it when it was -30 degrees. 500$ fix and she kept ticking.
210k on it before rust finally claimed her. Understandable since it was driven through salt water regularly. Other than that, only lost the steering pump @ 175k because I was wheeling on it when it was -30 degrees. 500$ fix and she kept ticking.
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Originally Posted By adamsz⏩
I got an 06 with a 6 speed. It's my winter ride and it's going to be around forever. I did the timing belt, water pump, front main seal, and VTEC solenoid gasket a few years ago. Cv axles a few years before that. Just basic oil changes and brakes. I deleted the home link, as that was a known failure that would drain your battery. It's got 175000 miles now.Acura TL
I'm on my 4th one in 16 years ('97, '97, '02, and '03 models)
only had one that I lost to mechanical failure (transmission died)
rest were accidents (none my fault)
basically just need an oil change twice a year and they're good to go
bought my current one for 5k srs
I'm on my 4th one in 16 years ('97, '97, '02, and '03 models)
only had one that I lost to mechanical failure (transmission died)
rest were accidents (none my fault)
basically just need an oil change twice a year and they're good to go
bought my current one for 5k srs
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