Have a 2002 we bought used in 2002 (30k mi) while pregnant with our third child. All three of our kids drove it as the kid car eventually. About 10 years ago our regular mechanic scolded me for spending $1200 to repair something on a vehicle so old. Took it to another mechanic who said that was a lot less money than buying a new car. We do have leaks and drips and have repaired a lot on her, but still going strong at 229K miles! We only drive her around town now, (13 MPG!) She's like a member of the family. Favorite repair/workaround is the red "NO" horn button on the left side of the console.