Originally Posted by bcredliner

Consider an important distinction. I bought mine new. After the warranty expired I have done all the regular and do preemptive maintenance. As an example I change the oil and filter every 5-6,000 miles. I did a complete overhaul of the suspension at 75,000. I change the transmission fluid and filter every 50,000 miles. IMO, ones experience purchasing any vehicle with say over 75,000 miles is heavily weighted by how that vehicle was been maintained.

I have not had to replace power steering hoses, alternator gasket, upper timing cover gaskets or had an oil pan leak. I am suggesting there is a rest of the story out there of experiences better than yours.