The newest Hyundai’s, are much better vehicles now. The S. Korean’s are moving closer to the Japanese builders everyday. Santa Fe, V6 and V8 models, ( without turbos) Palisades, and some Genesis models, are thousands less than other builders in each class. Fit, finish, and styling show that they are listening to consumers. Kia, sorry to say, not there yet.
@@Z06ified Yes, actually I did know. Two points of interest. Some auto rating agencies have the Hyundai brand ahead of Kia, for satisfaction and reliability. However, recent issues of engine recall of many Hyundai vehicles have surfaced, which now calls that in to question. Time, as always, will tell.
Which models of Hyundai?I have the Sonata’15 2.0T Sport and haven’t had too many problems with it. I keep hearing a lot of problems with GDI engines but at 44k miles it still puuurs
01. Telsa Model X 02. BMW X5 03. BMW Mini 04. Mercedes-Benz GL 05. Jeep Wrangler 06. Infiniti Q50 08. Dodge Caravan 09. Range Rover Sport 10. Fiat 500 11. Kia/Hyundai with recalls
The funny thing is, as an auto mechanic I agree with him 100% regarding all those vehicles that are available in Europe, the UK to be exact. At one stage last month -- April 2021 -- I had 2 Range Rovers repairing simultaneously, a V8 and a V6, plus a mini with engine out for all the things he mentioned and more. I know of the Mercedes GLs but had no personal experiences with them. He's definitely on point with his summary
spot on with the X5 . in 2018 i bought a 2013 X5 with 94k miles. My first ever SUV and it was in amazing physical condition.. Didn’t do my research (one of the first times ever) on this model. In a LONG 8 months i sunk nearly $2500 into it for the following: Leaking rear differential, frozen door lock actuator, replaced front control arms and suspension links. All work done at a BMW dealership with an extended warranty which i bought separately. I couldn’t sell this piece of crap privately and lost my shirt on trade in for a 2013 Lexus ES350. For the majority of German cars over 50k miles and about 5 years old will bankrupt you. I recently sold my 2013 ES350 and bought a 2002 Lexus ES300, one owner, 160k miles, dealer serviced from day one through 110k miles. Timing belt, water pump and valve cover gasket replaced all done at 88k miles. Amazing build quality. Everything works like its 5 years old ! LExus forever
Absolutely, some cars can sink a person especially if paying the dealer to do all the work. The ONLY way I made owning a BMW reasonable was by Learning and tackling repairs and maintenance myself otherwise it really can be cost prohibitive
Steve you just re enforce the reputation they have in Australia break my wallet also same here once they reach over 5y or 100000km very hard to dispose of as the punters aren't prepared to gamble
@@robertceroli3512 BMW=Break My Wallet !! Love this expression! Never heard of it before. I’ll never buy another BMW or German car again ! Lexus (Toyota) forever
Just get a Toyota or Lexus and call it a day. I had a 2004 Toyota Tacoma 4 doors for 15 years and only did oil changes, air filter changes, brake job and tire change. Nothing else. It worked flawlessly. Never gave me a check engine light.
Had a bus go bad in our 07 Accord after the warranty expired, Honda still fixed it for free. Like both Toyota & Honda. When will they wear out? Hope never. Hate car shopping.
@@ocwaveoc69 Wow. It makes you wonder how much "preventative maintenance" is actually necessary and how much is just a waste of money. How many miles did you put on the car in 15 years?
I’m pretty set on getting a BMW though.. sucks I’m hearing it’s a pain to keep and maintenance can get expensive. I’m just going to look into what’s the most reliable BMW. Toyota i just think of family cars, I can’t take them seriously and Lexus, not a big fan of how their cars look.
Hi! Do u work on BMW’s? I have a diesel x5. I love it it’s a tank! But recently on my exhaust fill up the sensor didn’t register I filled up so it won’t start now. BMW wants 7500 to fix! Any pointers how to start chesper? Thank u
Yes he is walking around in the dealership because he is talking about cars . Where would you want him to walk around in the grocery store in the dairy section ? Informative down to earth presentation , as always . Keep educating us my man , good job .
Yes, in the Produce section. He'd be warning us with statements like, "7 Vegetables That Won't Keep More Than 4 days In Your Refrigerator, No Matter What!"
@@ECPP Are you a BMW mechanic just wondering why you know so much ?Also nice to see a Canadian view point as we have no consumer protection laws or Lemon laws like Americans have
@@SelfReflective I don't think he's either--the dealerships let him use their lots probably for "product placement" (name of dealership, etc.,) for his clips.
I'm so tired of this misconception, they make some models that are lemons just like EVERY car manufacturer that has ever existed - or ever will exist - does.
@@flexmasterize One more thing. I don't know how old you are, but I've seen em all. I've been around for 63 years. I can work on cars and boats. I know what works and what doesn't.
@@flexmasterize anything human made will have issues no matter what it is. That said honda and toyota have to least amount of mistakes and are usually always at the top or reliable lists. Nissan used to be up there but no longer.
I had one of those Xj8 Jaguars that have that same engine tranny and suspension setup 😆 all I gotta say is Gremlins and nightmares 😆 I can’t make this shit up
I have owned maybe 20 cars during my lifetime. Most European … lots of BMWs, couple of Ford SUVs, an Audi, a Mercedes S Class, couple of Subarus, etc. The only and I mean only car that never had unexpected issues is my humble gas-guzzlin’ 2003 Toyota 4Runner V8. It has never spent a night indoors and has never been babied in the least. Freaking thing has proven absolutely bombproof and it will probably outlast me
I can tell you for sure he's right on with the Dodge Caravan. We bought one brand new and the transmission died around 70K miles which we replaced and then carried on for another 29K barely. A total lifetime of 5 years and 6 months. Unfortunately, our family friend borrowed it and totaled it. No more Dodge minivan for us since 2005. We switched to Toyota Siennas since then. Our last Sienna was with us for 13 years when we decided for a new Sienna.
@@hatchcracker_tv The best vehicle using for around 20 years was the Lexus LX470. The only problem was burnt out of the brake light, but that vehicle was really thirsty, though.
I guarantee my 2020 GLE450 will last 100,000 miles. Because when we paid $75,000 for it we paid an extra $4000 to extend the manufacturers warranty to 7 years / 100,000 miles. If you can afford one, you can afford the extra warranty. No one drives these cars out of warranty. That's why there are so many 4 year old ones around. Oh by the way, we skipped the air ride suspension and got regular old springs and shocks.
Gary Crispin: The fact that you bought an extended warranty makes it sound like you did not expect your GLE it last for 100,000 miles without needing significant repairs. I could be wrong, but the point of this video was to point out those " rare " vehicles that won't make it to 100,000 without needing significant repairs. I recently traded in a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria with nearly 200,000 miles and it's original engine and transmission never needed repairs. My biggest unexpected repair was replacement of the heater core 2 years ago (10 years/150,000 miles). Any other repairs were incidental/normal wear items like brakes and shocks. Oh, I forgot, towards the end it started running through headlight bulbs nearly every 6 months, but that was my fault, as I had a tendency to " lean on " my high beams instead of my horn when signalling other drivers that they were not alone on the road. My current car is the only one where I purchased an extended warranty. I bought the car knowing this particular model has a history of steering problems. However, the price versus the odometer mileage made this car a very good deal compared to competing models from different manufacturers.
All you have to do is check used car values for ANY BMW and the depreciation after 4 /5 years and it's ridiculous. 85,000 dollars for a car or suv that is worth less than half paid for the piece of junk and sometimes worth a third of sticker price.
I’ve had 3 X5s over the years, I had a 2007 that had its first issue at 95k and broke down. I just decided to sell it then. I bought a new 2014 X5 with no major issues, only had a 700$ engine thermometer issue at 85k miles and then got a 2021 X5 which is fantastic so far. Only have 1.1k mikes so not sure about reliability, but the way BMW handles breakdowns is amazing. They send a tow truck to you, give a loaner BMW and get the car back to you with no hassle. Incredible by them. All my X5s were 6 cly gas engines.
I like that your sending the signal that these newer cars are techno nightmares that serve little purpose.. Sadly the best cars were produced near 20 yesrs ago.. Evidence is the chip shortage .. Why the hell does a car need 75 chips? But if a good mechanic gets one of these really cheap he can remove a ton of garbage and tune the car into something worth driving
Jup haha, I've got a nice 4 cil beamer 2 liter, no vanos shit and other dum stuff just 8 valves and manual Trans has now 90k miles on it, so iam happy, for just 2000 dollars haha
@@nomearod i didn't say im going to buy it lol, i said im driving it meaning i bought the last one that the dealer had, matter of fact they were the only 2, i took the black on black and GM kept the white one, since we're family friends.
I have to disagree on the infiniti Q50. That car is pretty reliable. I work for a rental company and that car hardly have any problem. A blast to drive for a sport sedan.
I drive a 2014 Q50S Hybrid AWD and have never had any problem with it. I just hit 90K miles this week and it’s my daily driver. Just have to do regular maintenance and it’ll keep on running. Regular maintenance is the key to your car lasting a long time.
Almost every car on this this list is my wife’s favorite! The X5, Range Rover, Mercedes, etc. Thank God I had enough sense to buy her a Lexus GX460. Thanks a tank!!!
As he was talking about the BMW SUV, I noticed it was sloping in the rear. Then a minute later he highlighted the "Airbag Issue" It's still a beautiful SUV.
I used to have GL 500 Mercedes. Bought it straight from Mercedes dealership as brand new. I personally think its really great and reliable car and i never had any problems with it. When i sold my GL it had around 240 000km on it.
I drive a Kia Forte for 8.5 years, very minor problems with rear windows not rolling down that needed fixing, cost under $40, one time under warranty. Once a year oil change, creaking sound when you open rear doors. Gas mileage is not great but my tires are not 15 inch standard, but 17 inch wheels.
I had a 2006 RR Sport Supercharged, sold it at 85k in 2012. the things that failed me on that vehicle was the suspension air compressor, intermittent alarm going off probably due to a door switch, and the dynamic response system that would occasionally start doing the dippsy doodle when it hit a bump at a turn, happened in the same places multiple times in NC and in Maryland LOL, since it was under warranty, the dealer replaced some expensive part but it never corrected the dippsy doodling. However, this vehicle was fully loaded and the arm rest beer cooler was reliable and used often on road trips. I traded that for a 2012 Audi Q5 2.0 TSFI. I recently had an oil consumption issue (85K), I replaced the crankcase vent valve assembly and drove it 2000 miles, I got a 1000 miles per quart of oil but in town it eats it faster, 500 miles.
What are you talking about Fiat 500's don't have engine and transmission problem like MINIs do! I work for a dealership and yeah Fiats do have problems but it's usally stuff like the wishbone suspension or the wiring system that let's multimedia systems, auto A/C and heated seat controls act up. I don't know if you work in the business or you just saying pish posh but MINIs are the worst. Land Rovers are not better tho.
It’s interesting the Wrangler is mentioned. However, if you listened closely, he only mentioned the YJ and TJ models. The YJ was ‘87-‘95, the TJ from ‘97-‘06. I have a 2000 TJ and have not experienced any of the problems discussed (Wednesday car maybe🤷) and have over 250k miles on it. Maintenance is key to some of these problems he talks about. PS-No Wranglers were built in 1996, so if you see one of THOSE, just walk away🤣🤣
I bought a kia soul 2018 at 15000 miles preown ,I have driven it up to 180000 as an uber driver ,its finally giving issues,sterring column replacement..damn good car
You're on point , my mom bought a mini and had nothing but problems. She once hit a small pothole and completely destroyed a tie rod and it needed major work every few months. They are complete junk!
Nissan was going bankrupt. Carlos Ghosn of Renault turned the company around to make money again. Quality is not their strong point, though. My Nissan X-Trail was technically solild but the upholstery did not stay up. I crashed it. My bad.
@@MarttiSuomivuori That's my point. Nissan at one time was considered on par with Toyota and Honda as part of the Big Three of JDM manufacturers in terms of quality. Now it's down to the Big Two (Toyota and Honda).
Nothing wrong with Renault quality or reliability!! Renault saved Nissan from total collapse! Nissan is innovative and high quality today as it always was! Not sure what your point is as it's complete nonsense really and backwards thinking if you think French cars still poorly made. Well done to the Nissan-Renault alliance.
@@lahonymanor2927 Nissan is 2nd-tier to the reliable Toyotas and Hondas of the world, and is heading for 3rd-tier status behind Hyundai/Kia. French cars are so popular that they pulled out of the U.S. Market TWICE. Good luck finding parts. And Fiat will soon follow suit. Facts are not concerned with your feelings.
They were selling that X5 from $31K, transferred to another dealer under same umbrella for $29K, then transferred again to another dealer under same umbrella at $27K. It has 95K Kms on the clock. Interior was good to look at but that air suspension repair made the dealer chickened out. Carfax was clean, I bet apart from the air suspension. The compressor and other related components needed replacement. Was sitting at dealerships to dealerships for more than a year.
ALL makes have issues,the only difference is how much it costs to fix them,deliberately inbuilt weaknesses are a little 'gift' from manufacturers to their particular franchises.
Rented a Dodge Caravan once, and the cruise control was on and the vehicle just started accelerating like crazy almost causing a accident. They are a very dangerous vehicle.
I own a 02 mini Cooper S with 300,000 miles 2009 mini Cooper S clubman both stitches it has 150,000 miles. And I love them to death will never get rid of them but I do do all the work myself on it never been to the dealership with any of them did the head gasket it was easy on the 2009 Tubman do all the work myself awesome cars
Agreed. The Caravan debuted in the year I was born 1984...It's amazing to me that Chrysler/Dodge couldn't figure out how to build a reliable transmission for that thing in nearly 40 years of the cars existence.
They're made that way on purpose they could make a car that runs a million miles no repairs but they're not going to sell you that they're going to nickel and dime you to death!!!! Honda Mazda from Japan with Japanese engine Toyota especially 40-70 series Landcruiser 94-98 dodge ram 12 valve Cummins and Lexus that's it the dodge has a couple of issues but the motor is a million mile motor for real!
You are hilarious mate - and absolutely on point. I own the Infiniti Q50 2.2D and I think it suffers from the fact that it's overweight compared to the Mercedes C-class that it's a derivative of. You can feel the weight in the lower gears and during braking at speed. That weight is bad for the tyres and it's very unkind to the brakes too, both of which I have changed rather more frequently. So unfortunate because the power train is the very unbreakable Mercedes 2.2 D, which I have never had an issue with in my 3 years of ownership.
I took delivery of my G37S coupe in November 2007. Only options are the premium package, which includes sun roof and better sound, and navigation, which includes a rear view camera with graphics tied to the steering rack. The car now has 70,000 miles. In that time, nothing has failed. The greatest expenses have been major services every 15k miles and a set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires at 40k miles. I've had Q50s as loaners. The computer graphics are a bit more refined than in my car but not enough to justify trading up.
That's funny. I also have a 2008 G37s coupe 6-speed manual. After all these years and 98,000 miles, I've had no major problems. I have two newer cars, but keep my G37 because it doesn't look 14 years old. People think it's half that age.
you can get reliable fun cars. Reliability doesnt mean boring. I just dont wanna buy a money pit. Imagine just slightly pushing a car and it starts failing
@@AustinsCoins I mean for everything A honda can carry you just as far as a bugatti,Lamborghini or even more fars,because its more reliable and burnt less fuel
Kia forte is also known as Kia cerato in some markets. It may be unreliable for the US market. Everywhere is pretty reliable. My government use these as government vehicles.
I was surprised about the Infiniti Q50. I know when it first came out I believe in 2014 people were having electrical issues with it, but over the years its gotten better. I was looking at those to purchase.
daniel edward it was a 2011 countryman but then I read about how from 2000 to 2012 r the worst engines made in those cars so i got rid of it couple days ago lol
@@jessicarucinski8013 oh thank god I’m looking to buy a cheap 2 door model and I thought the newer ones were going bad too, just wanted to make sure. I heard the manual transmission is still kinda iffy so automatic for me it is. Thanks for responding.
@@jessicarucinski8013 Hi. I'm glad that you no longer own that Countryman. I work for a dealership in Germany. There is nothing and I really mean nothing, as expensive to fix and unreliable as MINIs especially the old models until 2014 when the new 3rd. Generation Hardtop, Convertible, Clubman and Countryman came out. Fiat 500 are not bad in comparison. I mean yeah on a Fiat your suspension parts will go out a little earlier and if you got a lot of extras like heated seats, auto A/C or Park Distance Control the can mess up, but at least the engines and transmissions won't blow up, they will start, unlike the MINIs. Heavy oil consumption, timing chain issuess, high pressure fuel pumps, CATs that fail because of the oil burning problem..And they wiresystem is trashy.
I have had 3 Minis an 05 base an 06 JCW and I currently own 07 R56 S. with the infamous N14 I love the 2 door cars with the standard 6 speed trans they are gerat cars if you pay attention to their maintenance needs. here is a 1.6 liter engine that is very impressive stock 172hp 177ftp pounds of tourqe and will do 140mph in a car that weights a little over 2,500 pounds and handles like a go gart. What more do you want.....Reliability then buy something eles because you buy a car because you love to drive a car that puts a smile on your face on a winding road. It helps if you do your maintenance like I do.
Back in the 80s The Smiths sang: "And if a ten ton truck Kills the both of us To die by your side Well, the pleasure, the privilege is mine" Are they singing about the Mini or Fiat 500? ;-)
Teslas are cars from the movie Toy Story. They are batteries on wheels with a couple of dynamo generators. Cheapest to make apart from the expensive Lithium in it for which we invaded Afghanistan
Mercedes 350 GL Bluetec 4matic has catastrophic engine failures around 70k miles due to oil cooled turbo overheating to 1600 degrees Fahrenheit. We bought one and Mercedes wouldn't repair the motor. They would install a new OEM061 if I paid $22k and only warranty for 50k miles. I sold the car for $7k and it was super clean but frozen motor 😕
Anything can be dressed up to look like an Xmas tree...how about getting down to some serious reliability, easier and better under the hood designs for the do it yourselfer and for lower cost maintenance.
I've always only bought Honda's since I was 16. I would buy a Toyota too but I always liked Honda styling better. Subaru's are good for AWD but parts and labor could be expensive, so I wouldn't recommend one. Sound more on a Honda or Toyota AWD. It's great to see you doing videos to try and help people out!
Sir, you are clearly knowledgeable about cars. I will say you could easily list any vehicle on this video and go over their problems but that doesn't mean its won't make 100k. The teslas have shown to have very little battery degradation. The model X will be just fine. My 2008 Navigator air ride suspension needed replacing, the coolant lines that are above the engine were leaking, but I got them fixed, 200k miles and still going strong. My Chevrolet Volt, 140k miles, battery is degrading but that doesn't mean the car is doomed. You get my point I think. Again, you're very knowledgeable, but I think this video is a bit on the dramatic side.
Wow! Well done! You managed to sneak 2 American cars into that list, that must have been a real decision on consciousness….cause American cars are so well known for reliability across the globe..no…wait…
Its his opinion. Its a solid car thats quality build that will last way past 100k miles with good maintenance. Its assembled in Japan in in a dump like Korea, Germany where its all plastic etc
Bought a 2014 BMW 535i (no x drive) with 79k miles for 17.9k. Two owners, first being a lease, and it came needing motor mounts and oil pan gasket replacement 😅
Sounds like prior owner bumped the engine hard into the ground, warped the pan and damaged the mounts. A used car is never a good indicator of a cars reliability and quality. Do you really think they would tell if they nearly wrecked the car? Its probably why it was put up for sale is my guess. "Let next owner deal with it" basically. Sounds like you've been duped. Much more convenient to claim its a lemon of course
I had been driving BMW X5 for 18 years with 253,349 miles. I loved it and very safe. In 2020 I had an accident hitting a 18-wheeler truck. I only had a broken arm and a hand. I will buy it again. However, my family only knows Mercedes Benz so I got the 2021 GLC 300 this time. I want to find out how long it will last with me.
I have driven a Town & Country for the last decade and it has treated me very well. Obviously, I was lucky. It has had one major breakdown and was the alternator. There is a stalling issue too, but I have a workaround for that, lol.
Water intrusion on the Mini is so fitting, considering water intrusion was a major issue in the early 1960s model. Talk about keeping it real with retro.
BMW, Benz, Land Rover, Audi, Porche those are usually very advanced cars are for leasing and enjoyment Not for DIYers without money, common already Buy your TOYOTA Camry or RAV 4 with 200,000 miles for nothing and enjoy
So the x5s I have to say my friends have had them and they have been great. Our 3 year old cx9 Gt has had more problems then some 13 year old BMW's and maintenance every 5k miles.
so combining information i've learnt watching your videos the BMW 40d is the best so far? with the Dodge journey(South African name) I'm with you my uncles one is stuck with engine failure
+ The color contrast on that Fiat 500 front bumper is RIDICULOUS !!! I can't believe a dealership would allow that to be out on the front line of the lot! That color match isn't even close!!!
The older Crysler town and country and the caravan both regularly crack 100k its one of the most common cars to see and has low annual repair cost. Yes the transmissions go out but if they are well kept, they are a solid choice. I owned a 3.8 tc and still have a 07 3.3tc with over 156k on it.
I've got 2 Caravans. A 2003 Grand Caravan (we've had since 2005)with the 3.3, no major issues and have 350,000 kms on it, I think it will rust out before it dies. The other is a 2011 Grand Caravan bought used in 2013. The only thing major was a head recall that was done for free. Other than that it's only be normal maintenance items like brakes, struts and like the other one no transmission issues. It has 270,000kms. Big thing with the transmissions is do your oil and filter changes, and on the older ones, if your spark plugs go bad, it can cause weird and hard shifts on the transmission. Check your plugs and wires if you are having strange shifting going on. A friend has a 2005 Grand Caravan and he had over 600,000 kms and no major issues with it.
I personally think that, he's a on point and knows the subject matter very well. That's why it is advisable to contact a trained mechanic/ technician, prior to making a decision of buying your next vehicle.
Missing the mark completely on the minivan. Which other vehicle can you buy NEW for $23k, with a 293hp six cylinder and a 100,000 mile powertrain warranty? None that I know of.
I have ‘14 X5 550. I can confirm oil consumption. Everything else is fine so far, and I have a warranty and will get rid of it before it’s up so I don’t care
Rod bearing issues don't cause fires. What happens is 3 things. 1) The rod bearing wears to such a degree, the play is enough for the crank to knock the rod cap off, then punching the rod through the side of the block. 2) The oil pressure fails, starving the piston of oil, thus resulting in rod failure, with the rod breaking, & being punched through the block, or sump, or both. 3) The rod bearing becomes very hot, & the piston/rod assembly seizes, thus stopping the engine. These issues are easily avoided by making sure the oil filter is changed at every service, & correct oil used.
Bullshit on the ML Benz, got 2, I have put 250,000 k on 1 with nothing but a replacement AC compressor and 2 sets brake pads. The trans is bulletproof if u change fluid and filter every 80k.
@ExoticCar PlayPlace how come Audis don't come up allot in your videos? Are they really that much reliable than the cars you mentioned? (for sure not their 2.0t tfi engines)
I will never again go near a Mercedes. Electrical issues are far too common. The system design is ill conceived. When a lane-change assist module failed, the wipers stopped working, and later the car failed to run properly... because... the databus that runs critical elements like engine and wipers is also used for lane-change assist radar modules. Who on earth would design a system with critical-to-key-function systems at the mercy of failures in superficial options and fail to protect that now massive critical system, that runs all around the car, from the elements? N.A. manufacturers keep engine and critical systems independent of optional equipment. At least you can drive your N. A. car home if your blind-spot-assist fails.
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He's so on it; my Sonata is in the shop for the premature wearing.
Our 07 Accord just keeps soldiering on. Was thinking Korean for next purchase, maybe not such a good idea.
The newest Hyundai’s, are much better vehicles now. The S. Korean’s are moving closer to the Japanese builders everyday. Santa Fe, V6 and V8 models, ( without turbos) Palisades, and some Genesis models, are thousands less than other builders in each class. Fit, finish, and styling show that they are listening to consumers. Kia, sorry to say, not there yet.
@@ronaldelliott4373 You do realize Hyundai owns Kia now, right? Most of the models are platform shared and close to mechanically identical.
@@Z06ified Yes, actually I did know. Two points of interest. Some auto rating agencies have the Hyundai brand ahead of Kia, for satisfaction and reliability. However, recent issues of engine recall of many Hyundai vehicles have surfaced, which now calls that in to question. Time, as always, will tell.
Which models of Hyundai?I have the Sonata’15 2.0T Sport and haven’t had too many problems with it. I keep hearing a lot of problems with GDI engines but at 44k miles it still puuurs
01. Telsa Model X
02. BMW X5
03. BMW Mini
04. Mercedes-Benz GL
05. Jeep Wrangler
06. Infiniti Q50
08. Dodge Caravan
09. Range Rover Sport
10. Fiat 500
11. Kia/Hyundai with recalls
If Nissan comes out looking good these cars are really bad.
Dodge Caravan lol. I have a friend with has a 2013 with 416,000 miles.
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What?? Dodge makes the greatest used cars in the business..
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@@tonypeterson5880 best car in the world, if you buy it "after" the transmission has been replaced.
The funny thing is, as an auto mechanic I agree with him 100% regarding all those vehicles that are available in Europe, the UK to be exact.
At one stage last month -- April 2021 -- I had 2 Range Rovers repairing simultaneously, a V8 and a V6, plus a mini with engine out for all the things he mentioned and more.
I know of the Mercedes GLs but had no personal experiences with them.
He's definitely on point with his summary
spot on with the X5 . in 2018 i bought a 2013 X5 with 94k miles. My first ever SUV and it was in amazing physical condition.. Didn’t do my research (one of the first times ever) on this model. In a LONG 8 months i sunk nearly $2500 into it for the following: Leaking rear differential, frozen door lock actuator, replaced front control arms and suspension links. All work done at a BMW dealership with an extended warranty which i bought separately. I couldn’t sell this piece of crap privately and lost my shirt on trade in for a 2013 Lexus ES350. For the majority of German cars over 50k miles and about 5 years old will bankrupt you.
I recently sold my 2013 ES350 and bought a 2002 Lexus ES300, one owner, 160k miles, dealer serviced from day one through 110k miles. Timing belt, water pump and valve cover gasket replaced all done at 88k miles. Amazing build quality. Everything works like its 5 years old ! LExus forever
Absolutely, some cars can sink a person especially if paying the dealer to do all the work. The ONLY way I made owning a BMW reasonable was by Learning and tackling repairs and maintenance myself otherwise it really can be cost prohibitive
What warranty did you purchase for the car?
Steve you just re enforce the reputation they have in Australia break my wallet also same here once they reach over 5y or 100000km very hard to dispose of as the punters aren't prepared to gamble
@@robertceroli3512 BMW=Break My Wallet !! Love this expression! Never heard of it before. I’ll never buy another BMW or German car again ! Lexus (Toyota) forever
@@lydellleopold5884 that was three years ago and all those papers were thrown out Including with the memory of that piece of crap BMW X5
Dealership will be like ohh God here he is again walking around the lot, making videos.
Anyway nice video bro 😊👍
Lol, thanks again. Have a great day.
Lmao he has no shame making more than said dealership salesmen haha
How do we know that he may actually work there ?
MINIs are a pain to work on because everything is s crammed into confined space
@@georgevavoulis4758 wow learnt something today 👍
And they are a problematic vehicle 😊
Just get a Toyota or Lexus and call it a day. I had a 2004 Toyota Tacoma 4 doors for 15 years and only did oil changes, air filter changes, brake job and tire change. Nothing else. It worked flawlessly. Never gave me a check engine light.
Had a bus go bad in our 07 Accord after the warranty expired, Honda still fixed it for free. Like both Toyota & Honda. When will they wear out? Hope never. Hate car shopping.
You never changed spark plugs, flushed the coolant, or flushed the brake fluid? What happened to the car after 15 years?
@@ShockwavesFTW nope! Haha. Yeah I know. I didn’t take good care of it. But it ran exactly the same as the day I bought it when I eventually sold it.
@@ocwaveoc69 Wow. It makes you wonder how much "preventative maintenance" is actually necessary and how much is just a waste of money. How many miles did you put on the car in 15 years?
I’m pretty set on getting a BMW though.. sucks I’m hearing it’s a pain to keep and maintenance can get expensive. I’m just going to look into what’s the most reliable BMW. Toyota i just think of family cars, I can’t take them seriously and Lexus, not a big fan of how their cars look.
Everything this guy said very true . I'm technician and he knows what he is talking about!
Thank you very much for watching
What suv you recommend ?
@@mariasanchez480 Toyota 4Runner. Trust me, get it and you will never gonna look at other shyet.
He doesn’t know shit they are opinions lol
Hi! Do u work on BMW’s? I have a diesel x5. I love it it’s a tank! But recently on my exhaust fill up the sensor didn’t register I filled up so it won’t start now. BMW wants 7500 to fix! Any pointers how to start chesper? Thank u
Yes he is walking around in the dealership because he is talking about cars . Where would you want him to walk around in the grocery store in the dairy section ? Informative down to earth presentation , as always . Keep educating us my man , good job .
Thank you very much. Greatly appreciated.
Yes, in the Produce section. He'd be warning us with statements like, "7 Vegetables That Won't Keep More Than 4 days In Your Refrigerator, No Matter What!"
@@ECPP Are you a BMW mechanic just wondering why you know so much ?Also nice to see a Canadian view point as we have no consumer protection laws or Lemon laws like Americans have
I don't understand, is he the owner, or works there? He seems to be trash talking the very cars he is selling!
@@SelfReflective I don't think he's either--the dealerships let him use their lots probably for "product placement" (name of dealership, etc.,) for his clips.
In a nut shell. It's only Toyota and Honda that make dependable vehicles.
I'm so tired of this misconception, they make some models that are lemons just like EVERY car manufacturer that has ever existed - or ever will exist - does.
@@flexmasterize Well I will say a Ford F-150 pickup is also a nice choice.
@@flexmasterize One more thing. I don't know how old you are, but I've seen em all. I've been around for 63 years. I can work on cars and boats. I know what works and what doesn't.
@@flexmasterize anything human made will have issues no matter what it is. That said honda and toyota have to least amount of mistakes and are usually always at the top or reliable lists. Nissan used to be up there but no longer.
Hyundai Ioniq...
Those Range Rovers are designed for 007 to just drive off a cliff
I read that 90% of Land Rovers are still on the road , only 10% made it to the garage
@@georgevavoulis4758 so original
Ha ha ! Although they are fun to drive, , look good, smell good inside, they're a good mood unit to be in when they happen to be running.
@@georgevavoulis4758 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
I had one of those Xj8 Jaguars that have that same engine tranny and suspension setup 😆 all I gotta say is Gremlins and nightmares 😆 I can’t make this shit up
I have owned maybe 20 cars during my lifetime. Most European … lots of BMWs, couple of Ford SUVs, an Audi, a Mercedes S Class, couple of Subarus, etc. The only and I mean only car that never had unexpected issues is my humble gas-guzzlin’ 2003 Toyota 4Runner V8. It has never spent a night indoors and has never been babied in the least. Freaking thing has proven absolutely bombproof and it will probably outlast me
I can tell you for sure he's right on with the Dodge Caravan. We bought one brand new and the transmission died around 70K miles which we replaced and then carried on for another 29K barely. A total lifetime of 5 years and 6 months. Unfortunately, our family friend borrowed it and totaled it. No more Dodge minivan for us since 2005. We switched to Toyota Siennas since then. Our last Sienna was with us for 13 years when we decided for a new Sienna.
Endless money pits as scotty would say
Just avoid Chrysler, Fiat, and Range Rover products.
And Tesla. I’ve seen tons of videos where things just don’t line up. Couldn’t imagine Toyota or Ford letting a vehicle leave the factory like that.
@@lesterparker1594 During this period of pandemic, everywhere are sitting full of unsold vehicles.
@@有时真忍不住笑 Me personally, I have a Chrysler. But it's been good to me, all I did was oil changes & tire-rotations and fill-ups! 🤣🤣
@@hatchcracker_tv The best vehicle using for around 20 years was the Lexus LX470. The only problem was burnt out of the brake light, but that vehicle was really thirsty, though.
German also
Vow what a video absolutely raw uncut brutal honest TRUTH. I hope carmakers are watching this as a honest feedback. Loved the video.
"They" know cause they designed them like that.
Automakers just don't care at all cause folks do no research, they just keep buying them at any price. Consumers are the problem, STOP BUYING!!!
I guarantee my 2020 GLE450 will last 100,000 miles. Because when we paid $75,000 for it we paid an extra $4000 to extend the manufacturers warranty to 7 years / 100,000 miles. If you can afford one, you can afford the extra warranty. No one drives these cars out of warranty. That's why there are so many 4 year old ones around. Oh by the way, we skipped the air ride suspension and got regular old springs and shocks.
Waste of money
Gary Crispin:
The fact that you bought an extended warranty makes it sound like you did not expect your GLE it last for 100,000 miles without needing significant repairs. I could be wrong, but the point of this video was to point out those " rare " vehicles that won't make it to 100,000 without needing significant repairs. I recently traded in a 2009 Ford Crown Victoria with nearly 200,000 miles and it's original engine and transmission never needed repairs. My biggest unexpected repair was replacement of the heater core 2 years ago (10 years/150,000 miles). Any other repairs were incidental/normal wear items like brakes and shocks.
Oh, I forgot, towards the end it started running through headlight bulbs nearly every 6 months, but that was my fault, as I had a tendency to " lean on " my high beams instead of my horn when signalling other drivers that they were not alone on the road.
My current car is the only one where I purchased an extended warranty. I bought the car knowing this particular model has a history of steering problems. However, the price versus the odometer mileage made this car a very good deal compared to competing models from different manufacturers.
A 2020 gle450 for $75,000 that lasts 100,000 miles??? That doesn’t make sense to me!
All you have to do is check used car values for ANY BMW and the depreciation after 4 /5 years and it's ridiculous. 85,000 dollars for a car or suv that is worth less than half paid for the piece of junk and sometimes worth a third of sticker price.
I’ve had 3 X5s over the years, I had a 2007 that had its first issue at 95k and broke down. I just decided to sell it then. I bought a new 2014 X5 with no major issues, only had a 700$ engine thermometer issue at 85k miles and then got a 2021 X5 which is fantastic so far. Only have 1.1k mikes so not sure about reliability, but the way BMW handles breakdowns is amazing. They send a tow truck to you, give a loaner BMW and get the car back to you with no hassle. Incredible by them. All my X5s were 6 cly gas engines.
How’s x5 doing brah
Why keep making the same mistake?
I like that your sending the signal that these newer cars are techno nightmares that serve little purpose.. Sadly the best cars were produced near 20 yesrs ago.. Evidence is the chip shortage .. Why the hell does a car need 75 chips?
But if a good mechanic gets one of these really cheap he can remove a ton of garbage and tune the car into something worth driving
Jup haha, I've got a nice 4 cil beamer 2 liter, no vanos shit and other dum stuff just 8 valves and manual Trans has now 90k miles on it, so iam happy, for just 2000 dollars haha
Dealer: oh look that guy is promoting our cars sweet!. Reality youtuber: bashing the sht out of them and telling people to run away from them lmao.
....don't walk....RUN!
And that is why i drive a 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser.
I bought me one too
They the best
After suffering from BMW X5
Toyota is really the best
It’s not sold in US any more. 4Runner is the great alternative.
@@nomearod i didn't say im going to buy it lol, i said im driving it meaning i bought the last one that the dealer had, matter of fact they were the only 2, i took the black on black and GM kept the white one, since we're family friends.
They say EV is the future, fine, I will buy one when that future comes, but not now.
Not the future because Lithium will be priced like Gold. :)))))
You bet
Lithium will run out
Synthetic or bio fuels will replace conventional crude oil based fuel when it runs out in 47 years according to worldometer
Did you hear what he said $14k to replace The Batteries, no thanks
I have to disagree on the infiniti Q50. That car is pretty reliable. I work for a rental company and that car hardly have any problem. A blast to drive for a sport sedan.
Yea I plan on getting either that or the q70
They are piles of junk. I leased one turbo went out twice.
@Maanav Khurana the same thing happened to a friend who's in real estate and he bought a Volvo instead. Lexus is a better car by far
I drive a 2014 Q50S Hybrid AWD and have never had any problem with it. I just hit 90K miles this week and it’s my daily driver. Just have to do regular maintenance and it’ll keep on running. Regular maintenance is the key to your car lasting a long time.
Thank you for always educating us. Love your channel.
Thanks for watching!
Almost every car on this this list is my wife’s favorite! The X5, Range Rover, Mercedes, etc. Thank God I had enough sense to buy her a Lexus GX460. Thanks a tank!!!
Cheers
Unbiased evaluation. Being a car enthusiast for about 30 years with mechanical engineering background, I'm afraid he couldn't be more accurate.
Thank you so very much. Have an awesome day.
Range Rover: Above and beyond the usual endless money pit
As he was talking about the BMW SUV, I noticed it was sloping in the rear. Then a minute later he highlighted the "Airbag Issue" It's still a beautiful SUV.
Geeze...you tore each & every one of those cars a new asshole...lol. Only 2 of them I was considering. Thanks for sharing 👍🏾❗️
I used to have GL 500 Mercedes. Bought it straight from Mercedes dealership as brand new. I personally think its really great and reliable car and i never had any problems with it. When i sold my GL it had around 240 000km on it.
Debatable
I drive a Kia Forte for 8.5 years, very minor problems with rear windows not rolling down that needed fixing, cost under $40, one time under warranty. Once a year oil change, creaking sound when you open rear doors. Gas mileage is not great but my tires are not 15 inch standard, but 17 inch wheels.
I had a 2006 RR Sport Supercharged, sold it at 85k in 2012. the things that failed me on that vehicle was the suspension air compressor, intermittent alarm going off probably due to a door switch, and the dynamic response system that would occasionally start doing the dippsy doodle when it hit a bump at a turn, happened in the same places multiple times in NC and in Maryland LOL, since it was under warranty, the dealer replaced some expensive part but it never corrected the dippsy doodling. However, this vehicle was fully loaded and the arm rest beer cooler was reliable and used often on road trips. I traded that for a 2012 Audi Q5 2.0 TSFI. I recently had an oil consumption issue (85K), I replaced the crankcase vent valve assembly and drove it 2000 miles, I got a 1000 miles per quart of oil but in town it eats it faster, 500 miles.
Fiat should not even be in this conversation, it’s a rolling pile of junk.
Hepburn Davis we could only hope that Fiat learned from all the junk that they dumped on this country from 1983 and back. Apparently they did not!.
What are you talking about Fiat 500's don't have engine and transmission problem like MINIs do!
I work for a dealership and yeah Fiats do have problems but it's usally stuff like the wishbone suspension or the wiring system that let's multimedia systems, auto A/C and heated seat controls act up. I don't know if you work in the business or you just saying pish posh but MINIs are the worst. Land Rovers are not better tho.
It’s interesting the Wrangler is mentioned. However, if you listened closely, he only mentioned the YJ and TJ models. The YJ was ‘87-‘95, the TJ from ‘97-‘06. I have a 2000 TJ and have not experienced any of the problems discussed (Wednesday car maybe🤷) and have over 250k miles on it. Maintenance is key to some of these problems he talks about.
PS-No Wranglers were built in 1996, so if you see one of THOSE, just walk away🤣🤣
I bought a kia soul 2018 at 15000 miles preown ,I have driven it up to 180000 as an uber driver ,its finally giving issues,sterring column replacement..damn good car
Sounds like a win for sure.
I guess you're saving a lot of people from future headaches 😊
He's truly serving his fellow men with this video
You're on point , my mom bought a mini and had nothing but problems. She once hit a small pothole and completely destroyed a tie rod and it needed major work every few months. They are complete junk!
I have a 2016 Q50RS 3.0t that’s been a model of reliability for all the years I’ve owned it. Only ever replaced a washer fluid sensor under warranty.
Infiniti (Nissan) had the misfortune of merging with Renault. It was all downhill from there.
Nissan was going bankrupt. Carlos Ghosn of Renault turned the company around to make money again.
Quality is not their strong point, though.
My Nissan X-Trail was technically solild but the upholstery did not stay up. I crashed it. My bad.
@@MarttiSuomivuori That's my point. Nissan at one time was considered on par with Toyota and Honda as part of the Big Three of JDM manufacturers in terms of quality. Now it's down to the Big Two (Toyota and Honda).
Nothing wrong with Renault quality or reliability!! Renault saved Nissan from total collapse! Nissan is innovative and high quality today as it always was! Not sure what your point is as it's complete nonsense really and backwards thinking if you think French cars still poorly made. Well done to the Nissan-Renault alliance.
@@MarttiSuomivuori Renault quality is just fine. They have come a long way in the past 10 years!
@@lahonymanor2927 Nissan is 2nd-tier to the reliable Toyotas and Hondas of the world, and is heading for 3rd-tier status behind Hyundai/Kia. French cars are so popular that they pulled out of the U.S. Market TWICE. Good luck finding parts. And Fiat will soon follow suit. Facts are not concerned with your feelings.
They were selling that X5 from $31K, transferred to another dealer under same umbrella for $29K, then transferred again to another dealer under same umbrella at $27K. It has 95K Kms on the clock. Interior was good to look at but that air suspension repair made the dealer chickened out. Carfax was clean, I bet apart from the air suspension. The compressor and other related components needed replacement. Was sitting at dealerships to dealerships for more than a year.
You're a very knowledgeable dude! Thank you, I had bought an X5 for wife and total junk!
Thanks a lot for watching
i like how my dad has a rangerover sport that has close to 100 000 miles and has bearly had any problems with it
I have an insignia 244k miles no issues
Hard to believe
I have a 100 year old grandma and she's smoked cigarettes since 16
Now I know which ones to Dodge !
I see what you did there!
ALL makes have issues,the only difference is how much it costs to fix them,deliberately inbuilt weaknesses are a little 'gift' from manufacturers to their particular franchises.
Rented a Dodge Caravan once, and the cruise control was on and the vehicle just started accelerating like crazy almost causing a accident. They are a very dangerous vehicle.
I own a 02 mini Cooper S with 300,000 miles 2009 mini Cooper S clubman both stitches it has 150,000 miles. And I love them to death will never get rid of them but I do do all the work myself on it never been to the dealership with any of them did the head gasket it was easy on the 2009 Tubman do all the work myself awesome cars
In this day and age there is no excuse for making such shoddily built vehicles. Thanks for the heads up on the worst of them my friend.
Agreed. The Caravan debuted in the year I was born 1984...It's amazing to me that Chrysler/Dodge couldn't figure out how to build a reliable transmission for that thing in nearly 40 years of the cars existence.
They're made that way on purpose they could make a car that runs a million miles no repairs but they're not going to sell you that they're going to nickel and dime you to death!!!! Honda Mazda from Japan with Japanese engine Toyota especially 40-70 series Landcruiser 94-98 dodge ram 12 valve Cummins and Lexus that's it the dodge has a couple of issues but the motor is a million mile motor for real!
You are hilarious mate - and absolutely on point. I own the Infiniti Q50 2.2D and I think it suffers from the fact that it's overweight compared to the Mercedes C-class that it's a derivative of. You can feel the weight in the lower gears and during braking at speed. That weight is bad for the tyres and it's very unkind to the brakes too, both of which I have changed rather more frequently. So unfortunate because the power train is the very unbreakable Mercedes 2.2 D, which I have never had an issue with in my 3 years of ownership.
So e great points and thanks so much for watching
I took delivery of my G37S coupe in November 2007. Only options are the premium package, which includes sun roof and better sound, and navigation, which includes a rear view camera with graphics tied to the steering rack. The car now has 70,000 miles. In that time, nothing has failed. The greatest expenses have been major services every 15k miles and a set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires at 40k miles. I've had Q50s as loaners. The computer graphics are a bit more refined than in my car but not enough to justify trading up.
That's funny. I also have a 2008 G37s coupe 6-speed manual. After all these years and 98,000 miles, I've had no major problems. I have two newer cars, but keep my G37 because it doesn't look 14 years old. People think it's half that age.
Toyota lexus,Honda acura are best vehicle brands in the world 💯💯💯
That's your opinion
@@iwillsurvive1335 An educated opinion, I don't think he means best as in best brands for everything. Just in terms of reliability
This is my top 4 too 😭😭
you can get reliable fun cars. Reliability doesnt mean boring. I just dont wanna buy a money pit. Imagine just slightly pushing a car and it starts failing
@@AustinsCoins I mean for everything
A honda can carry you just as far as a bugatti,Lamborghini or even more fars,because its more reliable and burnt less fuel
I actually lol'd when he mentions the leaking sunroof's on the range rover....still not got the hang of 'em🤣
Kia forte is also known as Kia cerato in some markets. It may be unreliable for the US market. Everywhere is pretty reliable. My government use these as government vehicles.
I was surprised about the Infiniti Q50. I know when it first came out I believe in 2014 people were having electrical issues with it, but over the years its gotten better. I was looking at those to purchase.
You forgot to mention the Ford Kuga, also a moving fire hazard.
Lol South Africa knows this well
Is this Scotty's son? JK thanks for looking out!
"Compassion is the radicalism of our day"
So true! Spot on, Kieran.
I have a mini and it literally cant go 10
Miles without a check engine 🙄
Can I ask you what year it is? It’s not a newer model is it?
daniel edward it was a 2011 countryman but then I read about how from 2000 to 2012 r the worst engines made in those cars so i got rid of it couple days ago lol
@@jessicarucinski8013 oh thank god I’m looking to buy a cheap 2 door model and I thought the newer ones were going bad too, just wanted to make sure. I heard the manual transmission is still kinda iffy so automatic for me it is. Thanks for responding.
daniel edward yes ofc I don’t want someone else to make the mistake I did
@@jessicarucinski8013 Hi. I'm glad that you no longer own that Countryman. I work for a dealership in Germany. There is nothing and I really mean nothing, as expensive to fix and unreliable as MINIs especially the old models until 2014 when the new 3rd. Generation Hardtop, Convertible, Clubman and Countryman came out.
Fiat 500 are not bad in comparison. I mean yeah on a Fiat your suspension parts will go out a little earlier and if you got a lot of extras like heated seats, auto A/C or Park Distance Control the can mess up, but at least the engines and transmissions won't blow up, they will start, unlike the MINIs. Heavy oil consumption, timing chain issuess, high pressure fuel pumps, CATs that fail because of the oil burning problem..And they wiresystem is trashy.
I have had 3 Minis an 05 base an 06 JCW and I currently own 07 R56 S. with the infamous N14 I love the 2 door cars with the standard 6 speed trans they are gerat cars if you pay attention to their maintenance needs. here is a 1.6 liter engine that is very impressive stock 172hp 177ftp pounds of tourqe and will do 140mph in a car that weights a little over 2,500 pounds and handles like a go gart. What more do you want.....Reliability then buy something eles because you buy a car because you love to drive a car that puts a smile on your face on a winding road. It helps if you do your maintenance like I do.
My 2015 GL 350 Bluetec is rock solid at over 112K miles: getting over 30MPG on highway, 23 around town.
I can honestly say, you have saved us a lot of heartache and money. Good man 👍
Nice video! Which phone are you using for recording? The quality and video stability is really good..
Thanks. Usually a Sony ZV1 or iPhone 12 ProMax
Back in the 80s The Smiths sang: "And if a ten ton truck Kills the both of us To die by your side Well, the pleasure, the privilege is mine" Are they singing about the Mini or Fiat 500? ;-)
Most people who buy those high-end brands from new only keep them 2/3 years anyway.
Yep mostly leases.
Teslas are cars from the movie Toy Story.
They are batteries on wheels with a couple of dynamo generators.
Cheapest to make apart from the expensive Lithium in it for which we invaded Afghanistan
You sure they aren't built in Afghanistan as well?
Lithium doesn't come from Afghanistan . it come from Australia, Chile and Argentina
@@johnhender
I know .
Afghanistan has worlds largest underground deposits of Lithium for FUTURE
@@TheGecko213 A former marine told me they're sitting on a glut of oil
@@leegorman8322
No
Afghanistan is sitting on a super rich lithium resource.. along with other rare earth minerals
Mercedes 350 GL Bluetec 4matic has catastrophic engine failures around 70k miles due to oil cooled turbo overheating to 1600 degrees Fahrenheit. We bought one and Mercedes wouldn't repair the motor. They would install a new OEM061 if I paid $22k and only warranty for 50k miles. I sold the car for $7k and it was super clean but frozen motor 😕
Anything can be dressed up to look like an Xmas tree...how about getting down to some serious reliability, easier and better under the hood designs for the do it yourselfer and for lower cost maintenance.
I've always only bought Honda's since I was 16. I would buy a Toyota too but I always liked Honda styling better. Subaru's are good for AWD but parts and labor could be expensive, so I wouldn't recommend one. Sound more on a Honda or Toyota AWD. It's great to see you doing videos to try and help people out!
I see a Nissan Murano that should be somewhere on your list! No more Nissan for this family, we bought 2 new 4Runners.
Nissans are a piece of junk. Every single one of them. Been left them since 2014
I hate Nissan. Toyota or Lexus for me-- for life!
Toyotas are real junk! Mazda Rules!
Sir, you are clearly knowledgeable about cars. I will say you could easily list any vehicle on this video and go over their problems but that doesn't mean its won't make 100k. The teslas have shown to have very little battery degradation. The model X will be just fine. My 2008 Navigator air ride suspension needed replacing, the coolant lines that are above the engine were leaking, but I got them fixed, 200k miles and still going strong. My Chevrolet Volt, 140k miles, battery is degrading but that doesn't mean the car is doomed. You get my point I think. Again, you're very knowledgeable, but I think this video is a bit on the dramatic side.
Wow! Well done! You managed to sneak 2 American cars into that list, that must have been a real decision on consciousness….cause American cars are so well known for reliability across the globe..no…wait…
My aunt had a 98 Dodge grand Caravan that thing was like a rock 250 K miles got totaled by a drunk driver
Kinda surprised about the infinity q50
Its his opinion. Its a solid car thats quality build that will last way past 100k miles with good maintenance. Its assembled in Japan in in a dump like Korea, Germany where its all plastic etc
Bought a 2014 BMW 535i (no x drive) with 79k miles for 17.9k. Two owners, first being a lease, and it came needing motor mounts and oil pan gasket replacement 😅
In Toronto, Canada, 2016 535 xdrive, 37500 mile, 25K USD relevant
Sounds like prior owner bumped the engine hard into the ground, warped the pan and damaged the mounts. A used car is never a good indicator of a cars reliability and quality. Do you really think they would tell if they nearly wrecked the car? Its probably why it was put up for sale is my guess. "Let next owner deal with it" basically. Sounds like you've been duped. Much more convenient to claim its a lemon of course
I had been driving BMW X5 for 18 years with 253,349 miles. I loved it and very safe. In 2020 I had an accident hitting a 18-wheeler truck. I only had a broken arm and a hand. I will buy it again. However, my family only knows Mercedes Benz so I got the 2021 GLC 300 this time. I want to find out how long it will last with me.
I have driven a Town & Country for the last decade and it has treated me very well. Obviously, I was lucky. It has had one major breakdown and was the alternator. There is a stalling issue too, but I have a workaround for that, lol.
Water intrusion on the Mini is so fitting, considering water intrusion was a major issue in the early 1960s model. Talk about keeping it real with retro.
Haha true enough
BMW, Benz, Land Rover, Audi, Porche those are usually very advanced cars are for leasing and enjoyment Not for DIYers without money, common already Buy your TOYOTA Camry or RAV 4 with 200,000 miles for nothing and enjoy
So the x5s I have to say my friends have had them and they have been great. Our 3 year old cx9 Gt has had more problems then some 13 year old BMW's and maintenance every 5k miles.
so combining information i've learnt watching your videos the BMW 40d is the best so far?
with the Dodge journey(South African name) I'm with you my uncles one is stuck with engine failure
Man, that GL looks really good.
So GL he was referring to ALL years, the bluetec or 2006 because he didn't specify I had a GL for many years no Mayor issues
You should be a contributor to all the major car magazine’s.
Thank you for your transparency. Great video!
You are very welcome
Hello, what is the “most” reliable Audi sedan or coupe? Thank you.
Love this guy's honest opinions.
Thank you very much
Great show! lots of great advice, thank you!😀
Thank you Michael. Hope you are having a great weekend
+ The color contrast on that Fiat 500 front bumper is RIDICULOUS !!! I can't believe a dealership would allow that to be out on the front line of the lot! That color match isn't even close!!!
Fiat quality control philosophy - Dodge testing. RAM into production.
The older Crysler town and country and the caravan both regularly crack 100k its one of the most common cars to see and has low annual repair cost. Yes the transmissions go out but if they are well kept, they are a solid choice. I owned a 3.8 tc and still have a 07 3.3tc with over 156k on it.
I've got 2 Caravans. A 2003 Grand Caravan (we've had since 2005)with the 3.3, no major issues and have 350,000 kms on it, I think it will rust out before it dies. The other is a 2011 Grand Caravan bought used in 2013. The only thing major was a head recall that was done for free. Other than that it's only be normal maintenance items like brakes, struts and like the other one no transmission issues. It has 270,000kms. Big thing with the transmissions is do your oil and filter changes, and on the older ones, if your spark plugs go bad, it can cause weird and hard shifts on the transmission. Check your plugs and wires if you are having strange shifting going on. A friend has a 2005 Grand Caravan and he had over 600,000 kms and no major issues with it.
I personally think that, he's a on point and knows the subject matter very well.
That's why it is advisable to contact a trained mechanic/ technician, prior to making a decision of buying your next vehicle.
Most anything with a budget-design push-belt CVT Transmission. Total roll of the dice when it will disintegrate & cost you $7-8K.
Missing the mark completely on the minivan. Which other vehicle can you buy NEW for $23k, with a 293hp six cylinder and a 100,000 mile powertrain warranty? None that I know of.
I have ‘14 X5 550. I can confirm oil consumption. Everything else is fine so far, and I have a warranty and will get rid of it before it’s up so I don’t care
Rod bearing issues don't cause fires. What happens is 3 things. 1) The rod bearing wears to such a degree, the play is enough for the crank to knock the rod cap off, then punching the rod through the side of the block. 2) The oil pressure fails, starving the piston of oil, thus resulting in rod failure, with the rod breaking, & being punched through the block, or sump, or both. 3) The rod bearing becomes very hot, & the piston/rod assembly seizes, thus stopping the engine. These issues are easily avoided by making sure the oil filter is changed at every service, & correct oil used.
The sheer amount of knowledge this guy throws at you is amazing.
Thank you very much
Bullshit on the ML Benz, got 2, I have put 250,000 k on 1 with nothing but a replacement AC compressor and 2 sets brake pads. The trans is bulletproof if u change fluid and filter every 80k.
I believe you.
Thanks for good advice !
We had a 2002 dodge caravan and you are correct. Towards the end went thru 4 transmissions in 4 years
They are not a great machine, but affordable to buy new for sure
Got 300km on 2016 grand caravan. No one single truble just regular care.
@ExoticCar PlayPlace how come Audis don't come up allot in your videos? Are they really that much reliable than the cars you mentioned? (for sure not their 2.0t tfi engines)
Love your videos. I was going to get a Q50. Glad that I changed my mind after watching this. As long as I don't see an MB C250 on this list I'm good.
I've seen those same kia's selling back at less than half their prices being just 1-2 yrs old and always wondered why
I will never again go near a Mercedes. Electrical issues are far too common. The system design is ill conceived. When a lane-change assist module failed, the wipers stopped working, and later the car failed to run properly... because... the databus that runs critical elements like engine and wipers is also used for lane-change assist radar modules. Who on earth would design a system with critical-to-key-function systems at the mercy of failures in superficial options and fail to protect that now massive critical system, that runs all around the car, from the elements? N.A. manufacturers keep engine and critical systems independent of optional equipment. At least you can drive your N. A. car home if your blind-spot-assist fails.
Thanks for showing all those Lemons 🍋
Yet the charisma of some cars still seductive. Eve thought they're shoddy quality money 💰 pits..