I take pretty good care of my 04 4.4i... I've had it since 10/03. Garage queen.

Still it's imperfect. There's a little bruise near the front wheel-well, which you might be able to see in the picture. I did that backing into the garage with the mirrors folded. They don't fold anymore so that's unlikely to happen again

Lately, I try to do most of the work myself. My friend who did the maintenance since it was new died two years ago.

It's never been in a car wash, except very early on in the dealer's touchless one.

I'm going to tackle a brake fluid flush soon. First time doing that on my own. Wish me luck!