This man is so knowledgeable about cars. I know a thing or two about cars myself being an electrical engineer and I've yet to find fault with anything he's claimed. Buyers should absolutely be taking his advice. It'll save you tons of money.
@GregsAutomotive2 ай бұрын
I like the new ones better. But ide swap it with a gm 3.6. Ima just stick with my modded 3.4l monte carlo. Cant wait to turbo it.
@mann_idonotreadreplies2 ай бұрын
@greg lol 3.6 GM is absolute trash
@philweiland53912 ай бұрын
We should but a lot of us buy with our hearts and remember the good old days with some of these brands.
@davebrown9725Ай бұрын
@@GregsAutomotive Didn't you mean the GM 3.8L? That one has a reputation for being bombproof.
@GregsAutomotiveАй бұрын
@ @ both bombproof. Idk why 3.4 dont get that status though. Works fine for me. I like 3.4 because the motor internals are more audible and it sounds very mechanical. Its not just a roar and exhaust. 3.4 and 3.8 have subtle differences and even share the same block and very similar valve train layout. Ima just be honest, 3/4 of problems i experienced with my 3.4 are shortcomings of my beginner lvel repairs and maintains. As well as previous owners negligence. i rebuild motor (all new component bearings) at just over 200000 im at 240 now. The transaxle gave out at 180k which exceeds my 160k mile minimum transmission durability with a single transmission fluid change being its only service. This transaxle had no service. I bet to say that if previous owner wouldve serviced the trans fluid when it hit 100k it would still have original transmission. Yes…. I rebuilt the transmission.
@MyViewToronto2 ай бұрын
It's a crime of what happened to Nissan. They had the best engine V6 in 1999 with the Maxima. Then everything went downhill after year 2000.
@christopherhamilton55572 ай бұрын
I have an 02 Max that has been a great car. It’s seen its better days, but I have never regretted buying it, the engine has always been amazing.
@MichaelSchwab-nk4rm2 ай бұрын
Facts
@richardrieman53162 ай бұрын
I had a 99 Infiniti 130 with 165k that ran great .
@No_Use_For_A_Name19812 ай бұрын
The VQ is still great, and for years after. Really it was around 2010ish that Nissan as a brand started to nose dive.
@ai84382 ай бұрын
True that. Nissan was awesome till Renault took over.
@hotpuppy12 ай бұрын
Stay away from used Mercedes. Even if it is a good one to start with, the maintenance costs for parts and labor will eat you alive.
@barrywerner57972 ай бұрын
I agree, but driving an E350 convertible is truly amazing.
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
Unless there's no emissions check
@damirzanne2 ай бұрын
I see Mercedes with 300K-400K km in Europe for sale all day long … if you don’t plan on investing in regular service and maintenance, don’t buy a Mercedes , buy 1978 Corolla
@KP-hi1omАй бұрын
Same with Audi. Get a Lexus.
@rrd19752 ай бұрын
I'm really amazed at the number of problem-child vehicles, from all manufacturers! It seems easy to go wrong, even with former stalwarts like Toyota and Honda. Thank you for watching our backs!
@jamesmccrea61062 ай бұрын
Sadly this is the trend for new cars just designed to last the length of the car note, so you end up with car payments for life
@RedEyeC2 ай бұрын
Very true.
@zythr99992 ай бұрын
Business. Part of the reason, Leasing is heavily advertised.
@fredEVOIX2 ай бұрын
watched a cost/year of ownership video and oh boy are german brands bad, this is one of the reason they will go bankrupt soon their business model worked when people "upgraded" every 4 years and never saw that side of ownership except due to emission mandates today the next generation model is usually a downgrade now you get less power worst quality so people stopped changing all the time and now experience what long ownership is like
@cgarrrr22742 ай бұрын
You might as well just lease or buy an older car!
@kricard12 ай бұрын
Yes , the European cars are made for a life of 150,000 max.
@edchellino85292 ай бұрын
"Cheap Pep Boys plastic" made me laugh out loud!
@Armmani20002 ай бұрын
Absolutely on point as always, 2014 is the last model year of CRV that has 2.4 L engine with automatic transmission, I haven't had a single issue with mine and would keep it forever basically.
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
Gonna stock some
@thingamajig65422 ай бұрын
Stay far far away from CVT or dual clutch transmission.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes those CVT's are trash
@fredEVOIX2 ай бұрын
CVT is unavoidable unless someone for example a new president fights the zero emission mandate, manual or regular auto are not efficient enough and they are after any 0.01% emission improvement they can currently (for example Ford catastrophic wet belt)
@davebrown9725Ай бұрын
Most CVT can be reliable IF they are serviced regularly. Still not a source of driving pleasure. Ford had a very bad dual clutch, but Porsche has them dialed.
@sideshow12972 ай бұрын
I love how the government is all over manufacturers to increase fuel efficiency in an effort to reduce the carbon footprint which lead to the use of turbos which lead to today's disposable cars. I'm guessing the carbon footprint of making a car is higher than whatever gas mileage savings they managed to squeeze out. Nice work, and we're funding this - twice!
@zythr99992 ай бұрын
Well if the first owner can get at least 5 years of relatively trouble free miles, then...
@everettsager46542 ай бұрын
I have had exactly the same thoughts.
@thewaragainstcarsАй бұрын
The gov't always make things worse. They're ruining the auto industry with their overbearing "green" mandates.
@azmike35722 ай бұрын
Don't go exploring in the Ford Explorer for more than a 50-mile radius from home.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Haha, failure prone
@hec072 ай бұрын
@@azmike3572 maybe they want us to pay perniles 😵💫
@fredEVOIX2 ай бұрын
looking for a SUV I dodged two bullets then the Ford because it was too big the Tiguan because VW way to do options is ridiculous because I'm downgrading from 20y of sportscars I want good audio to not get bored and if I wanted the top audio they wanted me to take specific seats and decorative body parts..for thousands of dollars...excuse me I don't care about your silver painted bumper or whatever I want better audio >
@cgarrrr22742 ай бұрын
Found On Road Dead!! Fix Or Repair Daily!!
@keithrodrigues7508Ай бұрын
Ex - ploder
@RonWeber-t9y2 ай бұрын
I think a lot of problems come from manufacturers having to try and meet the unrealistic emissions and gas mileage requirements.
@johnnieguitar57242 ай бұрын
I like your decision to add up the pros and cons and then assign stars!! Very helpful! Thank you! BTW we own a 2015 Acura RDX 169,000 Km SUV that has cost us only the factory suggested maintenance procedures---- no unexpected repair bills. We don't pay premium rates at an Acura dealer any more as we have found a reliable private shop. I requested a tappet check and adjustment at 140,000 K and it now responds like a new engine. We still have good mileage and passing power with the 3.5 L V-6 and 6 speed tranny. We have no reason to sell it and buy an expensive replacement with direct injection, troublesome turbo or untested tranny, etc. Thanks for the helpful videos!
@M0stlyH3lpful2 ай бұрын
Sad to see the newer VWs having so many problems. My daily is a ‘10 Jetta it’s still chugging along with no issues. I felt safer buying a 330i than another VW recently.
@johnlowe22182 ай бұрын
Nissan’s demise began when they merged with Renault around 2000. Used to be great, but after that they were never the same.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Exactly right about that
@MichaelSchwab-nk4rm2 ай бұрын
Haha. I've spoken with guys that will fight you endlessly over this despite it being True. Stevie Wonder can see this
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
@@MichaelSchwab-nk4rm facts are facts
@patrickchilds54862 ай бұрын
I had a 2001 Pathfinder I liked a lot. Seems went downhill after I got mine!
@briangammon61552 ай бұрын
@@johnlowe2218 As soon as they changed their name from Datsun to Nissan it was all downhill from then on
@MarioLuigi-vb3rp2 ай бұрын
We have a 2018 ford explorer in immaculate condition for almost 7 years now. Has 100k miles. Took it to so cal from the north bay numerous times took it Tahoe Reno countless times. Still drives smooth no issues. It depends on how well you take care of your vehicle and how bad you drive your vehicles. I also have a 2017 Elantra 110k miles drives like the first day off the lot. Both cars people consider junk. So idk maybe I’m lucky or maybe we take care of our cars.
@Pontiacman19642 ай бұрын
Same situation here. We have a 2020 Tucson Ultima AWD and a 2016 Sportage turbo AWD. Both are serviced regularly and driven with care. I just changed the brake shoes on the Sportage after 104,000 miles! It depends heavily on how you drive and how well you take care of them as you said.
@MarioLuigi-vb3rp2 ай бұрын
@@Pontiacman1964 people that have issues with their transmission engine etc in my opinion don’t take care of their cars.
@Pontiacman19642 ай бұрын
@@MarioLuigi-vb3rp agreed. And they can’t drive either. Come up to a stop sign at 50 mph. Floor the car when it’s cold… and don’t change the oil for 10k+ miles, then complain when the car breaks 😂
@MarioLuigi-vb3rp2 ай бұрын
@@Pontiacman1964 100% agree
@northerntraveller38152 ай бұрын
You probably have the 3.5 V6 which doesn't have a turbo and can go 200000 miles easily if you take care of it. Keep that car!!!
@zythr99992 ай бұрын
Many buy the Challengers and/or Charger for street takeovers. This is a great video!! Thanks👍
@scottknoll16992 ай бұрын
Good morning Mark, can't thank you enough for all the research and effort you put into your videos, great advice, Thank You Sir, have a great day. 💗🤜
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Good morning! Hope you have a great week Scott.
@angelortunorubio68992 ай бұрын
200% agree Thanks!!!
@joemartin88882 ай бұрын
The Explorer in later years in also plagued with a steering assist unit failure that with cost you $1000 and up...and there is no fixing it...only replacing it...junk
@1gbayfisher2 ай бұрын
The explorer is absolute gabage todY. Was good back in the day, nut riddled with issues now
@iotache2 ай бұрын
Nissan CVT fluid should be replaced every 20k-30k miles as opposed to the Nissan recommendation of just checking its quality with specialized tools. Nissan CVT fluid is expensive, so owners don't want to replace it without Nissan asking them to do it, but the CVT transmission is even more expensive than the fluid. The original CVT fluid is almost see through. After 30k miles, it is as black as asphalt ... and when you drain and fill CVT fluid, only half of it drains out (4.5 qt out of 9 qt for the Rogue)
@Nites2k2 ай бұрын
Guess I got lucky, never changed it in my 2008 altima and never had transmission issues 👌
@donrobbins48612 ай бұрын
Was there a CVT in 2008 or a regular automatic?@@Nites2k
@Nites2k2 ай бұрын
@donrobbins4861 For YEARS, even more than a decade, I assumed it was not a CVT. It was not till age 14 that I took it to the dealership, and the Tech explained to me it WAS a cvt. I was then concerned, it being that old, with no replacement done. He told me by this time if everything still works, don't replace the fluid and just roll with it and I did till it was recently totaled by an idiot in a truck ;(
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
In Japan and Asia yes 30k miles filter and fluid change. I've no idea why American can be life time maybe just warranty.
@philweiland53912 ай бұрын
It should be changed but how many of these companies are skimping on their maintenance intervals to make the cost to maintain seem low? 10,000 mile interval changes on a turbo-- thanks, VW. Inspect CVT fluid- thanks, Nissan.
@ChilledNurse2 ай бұрын
I’m sticking with NA or Hybrid. Turbos and superchargers are just causing way too many problems leading to premature failures and expenses.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
More complexity equals more dollars
@SeanD8082 ай бұрын
I had a Hyundai Santa Fe... The engine failed... "threw a rod" they had a class action lawsuit settlement where Hyundai replaced my engine but it's the same engine that threw a rod :) I'd never buy a Hyundai again... He knows his stuff!
@2DogsVlogs2 ай бұрын
Ouch. That sucks. Haven't heard any problems myself. Though I wouldn't buy one. The towing specs are bad and I'm not sure about having a 2.0 in a biggish car, even though it is diesel.
@Peramiiy2 ай бұрын
My dad had a Kia Forte 2014 and the engine gave up just like yours Luckily they replaced it, but it had other (minor) maintenance issues as well He went back to Toyota, he tells me he is never buying a Kia/Hyundai products ever
@bigdaddy5150sh712 ай бұрын
I watch all your videos. I was committed to getting a NEW Mercedes GLE in Jan 2025. After watching your reliability videos for the same almost exact money I can get I fully restored 67 Chevelle and not lose a dime of value compared to a 50% hit in 4 yrs with the Merc. I'm retired now and can buy whatever I want but need my money to last as long as possible. You 100% helped me with this decision. 🎉❤
@donaldbanner21852 ай бұрын
The Volvo REALLY is pushing it w/ a 1. SUPERCHARGER & a TURBO on a small four banger.....ALL in a Quest for power... OUCH! WHAT COULD GO WRONG????
@MrDao922 ай бұрын
And they don't fix the issues during warranty, for example brake failures, saying "works as designed."
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
Nobody ask for 300hp cars. A car weight under 2 tons with 180hp is enough.
@keithrodrigues7508Ай бұрын
Everything
@keithrodrigues7508Ай бұрын
80 hp geo metro with 55 miles per gal.
@thewaywardgrape38382 ай бұрын
Never, ever, ever buy an ecoboost engine. These small displacement, relative high out put engines are a time bomb imo!
@BruceDragon-sf1trАй бұрын
I know a few people with Ford ecoboost vehicles, some are over 300k miles and still running good
@thewaywardgrape3838Ай бұрын
@@BruceDragon-sf1tr Honestly, I'm calling Bullcrap. You'd have to prove that claim for it to even stand against the sheer amount of evidence to the contrary.
@BruceDragon-sf1trАй бұрын
@thewaywardgrape3838 doesn't a 2012 Ford Flex has a ecoboost? My neighbors two doors down has one with 280k miles on it. They let me borrow it two months ago to go get a part for my car. That thing dam near drove like a brand new car. I have two more friends that has those focus , one with 312k miles still runs good, the other one has 220k miles and runs superb. Not including the few other friends I know has them. Look on Google for those cars being sold, some are over 250k miles
@user-zo6xg8bx4l2 ай бұрын
This is a really good video. The one thing that would improve it would be a listing of vehicles with video reference time.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching
@joemartin88882 ай бұрын
Sad about the CRV ....was once one of the very best vehicles made....but you are correct....It is burdened by what has never been a burden before but what is now been a burden that is before us like never before
@david373762 ай бұрын
Is that you Kamala?
@elliotoliver86792 ай бұрын
You should run for office!
@juliozorrilla64182 ай бұрын
That's misinformation transmission, which isn't an issue, neither is the motor
@barrywerner57972 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
Misinformation, I've friend own 2018 CRV he drive it hard the CVT fail under 60k miles replace it and he sold it, he also has power steering fail and multiple front bushing fail. Total cost if no warranty will be a few thousand. That price may as well buy imported Camry.(From Asia)
@justaviewer1112 ай бұрын
It's too bad the Explorer has that many problems. It is a great looking SUV. It's one of the few vehicles that got better and better looking with each update instead of many that I have to "get used to" with time (like the Corvette and Cadillac!).
@SweetTs3172 ай бұрын
It really is! That’s a sexy looking SUV, I wanted one so bad but, those quality issues are scary!
@sjh606332 ай бұрын
On the Volvo, I disable a lot of the "safety" features.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Exactly because they start to get more invasive
@Boababa-fn3mr2 ай бұрын
Volvo ain't what it used to be, like the rest of them
@MrFalcman2 ай бұрын
When are you going to cover the new Kia and Hyundai cars? I'm talking about the 2023 and 2024 models. You keep talking about the old Theta 2 engines all the time. We know those are bad engines. I want to know about the newer cars. Are they better? What issues are the new Smart stream engines having?
@jimster462 ай бұрын
The 2023 Kia Sportage has had six recalls.
@RedEyeC2 ай бұрын
Hyundai 1.6T is your best bet from this manufacturer - it's built at a different division than the 2.0 and 2.4 - and more advanced techs assemble the drivetrain with the dual clutch transmission.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@RedEyeC2 ай бұрын
@@ECPP - info came from insiders.
@timhall79272 ай бұрын
I like it when you give star-ratings to the vehicles!.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thanks very much. I will do many more like that.
@TOONMAN200Ай бұрын
We have a 2019 Chevy Equinox , and a 2023 Chevy Equinox, so far no problems. Now people had trouble with early model of the Equinox, Chevrolet fixed all the problems, before 2010. We have the 1.5 turbo gas engine , and a good old 6 speed hydromantic transmission. Don't need to ad oil between oil changes, in our case is every 5-6 thousand miles. Changing your oil and filter can save you a lot of money later on.
@Vincent-ke5zn2 ай бұрын
Ford should have kept the 4.6 V8 instead of the twin turbo
@NicholasDemichele-m2h2 ай бұрын
Thanks epa and government 🎉
@FalkinerTim2 ай бұрын
I do not have an oil dilution issue, but I have an MG ZS EV Mk1 and I do about 5,000 km per year. I am aged 78 and my oil change is at 100,000 km. This means I will be 98 when the time comes to change the oil. The question I have is whether I should try and remember to do the oil change when I am 98, or whether I should live dangerously and change the oil when I turn 100 which would be easier to remember when I am blowing out the candles on my birthday cake, assuming it is not too hot to get close enough because of all the candles.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Great question and thanks for watching
@markcarew67242 ай бұрын
Two mechanics have told me the CVT transmissions are reasonably reliable if serviced every 40 thousand km.
@gman85912 ай бұрын
The problems with the CVT transmissions is there very slow to react especially off the line.... they do not react quick at all and I see them as a death trap. Are you older drivers it might be fun... but no comparison whatever to my 2011 Accord V6 manual coupe. Ruff.
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
Unless you're in 3rd world traffic everywhere and only 60km/h max. In USA they floor a lot and drive 120kmh for a few hours per day.
@markcarew67242 ай бұрын
@GF-mf7ml I live in rural Canada; I don't drive particularly fast or accelerate hard. Although, I see many drivers who routinely drive in this manner.
@minnus2222 ай бұрын
The M276 is a gasoline direct-injection (DI) engine. Will it have MORE carbon deposit over the valves compared to normal MPFI engines?
@Vincent-ke5zn2 ай бұрын
GM =general malfunctions
@orionschroeder94012 ай бұрын
Ford=Fix or Repair Daily JEEP=Just Empty Every Pocket Plymouth = Please Leave Your Mom Out Under The Hood Mopar = Move Over People Are Racing, Musty Old Plastic And Rust Dodge = Driver On Drugs Getting Excited Honda = Hold On Nearly Done Accelerating Fiat = Fix It Again Tony
@Chunwun-u2o2 ай бұрын
@@orionschroeder9401 A good alternative to JEEP Just Expect Every Problem
@twongreen99682 ай бұрын
😂😂😂
@Vincent-ke5zn2 ай бұрын
@@orionschroeder9401 Chevrolet =cracked heads every valve rattles oil leaks exhaust toots
@Vincent-ke5zn2 ай бұрын
@@orionschroeder9401 Nissan =Noone is seen stealing a Nissan
@johncbr650re2 ай бұрын
The dodge Challenger good car But if you're someone that skip oil change this car not for you the engine need oil change every 3k as max and you will need high quality oil Don't abuse it so it will last long time Also I wouldn't run 20 wheels it can bend or even break if you hit pathhole stick with 19 or even 18 If you can run high flow lower temperature thermostat it's better And in hot climate adjust the cooling fan to start at lower temp
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes oil change in the one thing you never want to skip and honestly more frequently is better
@monterreymxisfun36272 ай бұрын
On the Nissan, just go with a manual transmission.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Indeed
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
The problem is they don't make it anymore.
@picklerix61622 ай бұрын
I changed the fluid in a relative’s Murano at 45k miles. Her CVT has held up fairly well so far. I replaced the high pressure power steering hose at 60k miles. I also replaced the front strut assemblies, motor mounts, and radiator fan assembly at 70k miles. I had to replace the radiator and thermostat at 80k miles.
@exxel012342 ай бұрын
Nearly a new car now 😂
@Frank-mo5ru2 ай бұрын
Ever since Renault took part ownership of nissan, they went down hill. I have the 2023 nissan pathfinder no CVT, and it's solid. You should consider doing a piece on the start/stop feature on vehicles, and how they damage the engine. I disengage the feature everytime I start my car.
@wickertwm2 ай бұрын
I like this video. Nice to have someone walk you through a car lot.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed
@BhupinderSingh-dj1em2 ай бұрын
What a true knowledge for some one new who wants to buy vehicle only by look of it thanks very much.
@bluemouse50392 ай бұрын
I dont know how other people think but if I buy one brand of vehicle even if I bought it used and it leaves me stranded or nickeled and dimed me in repairs and had annoying problems with things that you shouldn't have like door locks not working or exterior or interior trim pieces fall off I never buy that brand again, even if it was 20 years ago and car experts will say how great in quality the newer ones are, Once one brand fails me ,its tainted forever to me ,mine is VW, Ford, Buick
@gabe69592 ай бұрын
most issues occur because people dont change their oil. before you can even get to the engineering flaws, the engine is already sludged up due to 21k mile drain intervals.
@danieldrouin68572 ай бұрын
So, what FN vehicle one can buy? It seems that all of them are bad. Which brand is reliable?
@youngFamousDude2 ай бұрын
That Acura dealership is charging outrageous prices for those used vehicles…
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes and sadly there will likely be a buyer for them too
@janetyeoman15442 ай бұрын
The Canadian dollar is worth less than the US dollar.
@SURENITY2 ай бұрын
My best friend's girlfriend's 2023 Volkswagen TAOS has the head gasket blow after 3,000 miles. 😡
@WKogut2 ай бұрын
There is an E class W212 up for sale parked on my street with 3.5 v6. I thought they were quite unreliable from what I heard about 21st century Mercedes cars, quite surprised of what you said in the video. I gotta say the rear looks good but the front with the double headlights is awful, i dont like double headlights unless its inside the grille. I much prefer post face lift version.
@zanelancaster20072 ай бұрын
It's weird how in the USA/Canada, Kia and Hyundai cars are among the worst. Whereas in Australia they consistently top the ranks for long-term quality...
@2DogsVlogs2 ай бұрын
I think a lot of it is the engine and secondly where they are built. A lot of Hyundai\Kia's are built in the USA\Mexico unlike the rest of the world where they are made in South Korea and Thailand. Also Kia engines like the 2.0 aren't allowed to in the USA as they don't meet emissions. So they use a weaker Hyundai modified engines which have lower tolerances requiring finer oils and more refined fuel. Finally most markets use diesels (Europe, SE Asia) which the USA doesn't. Good luck finding a small diesel SUV in the States.
@pixelbath21312 ай бұрын
The newest car I've ever bought (I'm 26 gimme a break) is my new to me 2009 volvo c30. Needed a cheap manual with low km feels as solid as a toyota in most aspects is comfy and drives like new so a pretty good buy. Until 2 weeks ago when the car told me to pull over and then wouldn't start again. Literally went into "take me to the dealer now please" mode. 7 hours of "volvo tech" labour later it was all because of a worn out ignition switch total cost 2600 australian dollarydoos. I'm sticking to late 90s early 2000s cars after this one.
@raymondreiff81702 ай бұрын
Wow got stuck watching many of Your Videos not sure why, Great Content 🇺🇸💪👍
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍 have a wonderful week
@raymondreiff81702 ай бұрын
@@ECPPYou Rock like many Canadian KZbinrs 👍
@jasonme35572 ай бұрын
the 1.5 is junk. Opt for the non-turbo 2.0 if you can
@brucecooley41702 ай бұрын
I think those challengers hemi get a valvetrain rattle that is very expensive to fix.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
yes for sure, engine work is never cheap
@SweetTs3172 ай бұрын
Why are CVTs still being used?!?
@James-cs2wi2 ай бұрын
Because they are cheap and totally rubbish😮😮😢
@Boababa-fn3mr2 ай бұрын
Some of them seem pretty good, although I don't like them. Corollas have used them for years with minimal trouble.
@melissasmess27732 ай бұрын
They make the EPA requirements easier to meet, better economy, less weight and cost. Sell more vehicles 😂
@zzz-cb3xeАй бұрын
@@Boababa-fn3mrmany people having now with those transmissios
@NicholasDemichele-m2h2 ай бұрын
They figured out turbos were junk in 80s now they do it again!so what i gather everything is junk!
@grego73452 ай бұрын
As an owner of a 2022 Challenger, I can confirm, "fit and finish."😬
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Cheers
@Vincent-ke5zn2 ай бұрын
Great informative video Mark
@frankiebflat57282 ай бұрын
I bought two 1977 Honda Accord back in the day one with air conditioning one without because I lived in Long Island and both Tran went out in six months
@daminharris38792 ай бұрын
Yes those early imports were iffy at times lol
@frankiebflat57282 ай бұрын
I also bought the 1st Honda Prelude 1979
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yikes that’s not good
@AnnieTslp2 ай бұрын
I bought one in ‘98, that lasted 14 years with only basic maintenance
@keithrodrigues7508Ай бұрын
Just did my service c on my 131,000 c300 benz $350.00 in fluid and filters .
@RobsNeighbor2 ай бұрын
Great video, always preaching the truth!
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@endurojugHandlebarTank2 ай бұрын
Seems like all the car manufacturers are producing crap . Can you tell us what we should buy that will last? Right now I’m so scared of buying anything
@harrysack72532 ай бұрын
Had 21 CR-V with constant HVAC problems. Wife drove my Ford truck more than CR-V. We now own Mazda and very happy with it.
@georgesontag21922 ай бұрын
All car companies are cutting costs and reducing reliability. Labor unions are forcing cost reductions too. If you think your going to find a highly reliable vehicle today, you need to rethink mechanical plastic parts.
@ChilledNurse2 ай бұрын
That Integra screams 300 credit score, $700 monthly payment, got repo’d a month later…but I could be wrong.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Indeed
@WaltK-yp7ni2 ай бұрын
Hi Mark- I was hoping you would mention Genesis. I like the GV70, but am hesitant to buy one due to all of the problems Hyundai/Kia have had. What are your thoughts?
@wickertwm2 ай бұрын
Many of the manufacturers using CVT transmission say they are sealed and do not require any maintenance. I guess the life of you car would be the life of the CVT transmission. What a way to get you to buy a new car. Stay away from CVT Transmissions like the plague.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
You are so right Bill, its time to walk away from manufacturers who offer crap that fails easily. Money talks and we should never lower our standards
@danr41972 ай бұрын
The KIA Stinger gets the best rating of 4 stars! LOL NOW you are FINALLY getting a grip!
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Haha cheers
@phillipgarrow22972 ай бұрын
I'm a little concerned about the GMC terrain AT4 I'm little gunshy of the turbocharged engine and the engine shutting down when you're stopped with your foot on the brake and restarting when you let of the brake and push the accelerator
@hec072 ай бұрын
Good information thanks
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
So nice of you
@muharremarifi39932 ай бұрын
If you buy a 2 liter vw with dsg that will last lifetime but i cant say the same for the 1.5 engines
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Cheers
@JonathanTyas2 ай бұрын
Chasing all the various emissions perversely can increase fuel consumption, combustion temps have to be managed and dpfs regenerated, it all impacts economy and increases CO2, to enable them to manage particulates and nitrous oxides etc. Obviously there's been a bit of trouble with that manufacturers parent company, so having to make them less efficient to meet specs, rather than just having bs figures.
@JasPlun2 ай бұрын
Do a video on trucks now:P
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes we can do that for sure
@brendanhurst73082 ай бұрын
Is there any new or used saloon or estate car you would recommend that has they reliability and simplicity of a 1995 to 2005 toyota honda ectra
@rickymack26112 ай бұрын
I'v watched a lot of these types of videos and one thing is for sure that older models are more reiliable than new models
@MrDao922 ай бұрын
There are no good cars nowadays. At least < 85K on sticker.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thanks
@codincoman90192 ай бұрын
There are still some (like my Miata ND2 RF, Lexus UX 250h, Suzuki Jimny LCV), but you need more research on reliability, low TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) etc. Then you will go for the top Japanese cars. I am still shocked how little investigation is done by snowflakes on the main life expenses: houses, cars and exotic holidays. Getting loans, mortgages, leasing (making you a slave) for inefficient, unsafe, unreliable, high TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) products is extremely dumb.
@MrDao922 ай бұрын
@@codincoman9019Your answer only confirms my statement.
@codincoman90192 ай бұрын
@@MrDao92 Actually, it doesn't. There are still few good, affordable cars, but you have to really investigate and understand them.
@agarza9112 ай бұрын
How in the world does he keep all that information on all the cars. Super genius or what?
@verdele2 ай бұрын
Basically nowadays you have 3 choices: 1. buy a non chinesse car made of chinesium but you have to pay double the price 2. buy a chinesse car made of chinesium but it's cheap 3. buy an older car, pre 2010 era before the engine downsizing, you don't need all that gizmos, 4 quad exhaust, imagine that being a feature🤣
@GF-mf7ml2 ай бұрын
I go 2&3 own multiple cars, but the Chinese car is used cost and worth nothing. EV for work and home only, a good 2013 cars for weekend.
@jeffreymckie33282 ай бұрын
With all those problems in the explorer it really is like a Range Rover.
@MrDao922 ай бұрын
Great video!
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@cerinawoehrley41992 ай бұрын
I looking to get a small car like subaru impreza a new one around 25ks but the corolla around that price too
@townhall054462 ай бұрын
Car Wizard says the Armada will get 12 mpg no matter how you drive it.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
They are guzzlers all day long
@Chunwun-u2o2 ай бұрын
Our Family has a 2016 Rogue and somehow we’re about to break 100k miles on it. I’m really scared the vehicles history will show after we hit the 120k on it. Were thinking about switching to a used modern Cr-V or RAV4 afterwards
@CyrusTheGreat-b3k2 ай бұрын
Get CX-5 with 0% interest!
@youssefazrak35482 ай бұрын
I wish you could produce a video about the reliability of sports cars, typically around the 100/150k USD (used or new). Audi R8 V10, Lexus LC500, Corvette C8 (+Z06), used McLarens etc. That would be extremely valuable.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes I can go there in the future
@madridista703usa32 ай бұрын
Thanks bro.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Any time
@wickertwm2 ай бұрын
I like a V8 but I could never get myself to buy one because the engine is not reliable. Lifter replacement in most North American V8. Save a few dollars in fuel, and then have to buy a new engine. Not my idea of smart.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes sadly the modern V8s are rarely reliable at least in the North American market
@brokeboy872 ай бұрын
The Kia stinger is one of the few Kia I would be certified pre-owned.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Cheers
@mann_idonotreadreplies2 ай бұрын
Now we need to troll the people that will buy or fund these specific trash make and model 😂🤑
@davidr.flores20432 ай бұрын
Great video
@bobbyserchion2 ай бұрын
Thanks for that good video😊😅😊
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
You are very welcome
@rumpoh80392 ай бұрын
NISSAN LOGO TWO OMEGA SYMBOLS = FREEMASONRY RUN COMPANY
@danr41972 ай бұрын
Toyota at least put a "launch" gear in there CVT to try and reduce some stress of the CVT especially from a start like you said there is higher torque, especially the way morons drive.
@peterkauss58522 ай бұрын
It is an eCVT using a planetary gearset, not belts. Very dependable.
@danr41972 ай бұрын
@@peterkauss5852 Yes, Kia and Hyundai have the same thing but I am talking about earlier Toyota bely CVT's that also had issues so they put in a "launch gear". They have realized that CVT's just like Direct Injection is NOT good. That's why they are going now with DUAL Injection.
@huguescahuzac63962 ай бұрын
Question;how does Marc manage to show us all these cars, whether good or bad?
@chrismovac52742 ай бұрын
Love your videos. What is going on in the car market? All these crap companies charging tens of thousands for pathetic cars? Even toyota has had problems. I am keeping my old cars and driving them into the ground.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes I truly believe there are a few gems these days, however, fewer and farther between. Keep what you have as long as possible is it is reliable.
@chrismovac52742 ай бұрын
@ECPP I have a lexus ls430. best car toyota ever made I think. its getting long in the tooth but i would rather spend money on maintenance than car.payments for some of this trash you are showcasing lol. My other car was a sienna. Recently had a tragic end due to an accident. Engine and trans went 320000 km with routine maintenance
@johnccargill46652 ай бұрын
Since 2012 ive had 3 new VW products, alll trouble free.
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Awesome, which models?
@nick.maldonado2 ай бұрын
The Lincoln's are made in Canada
@glennoropeza35452 ай бұрын
VW, Nissan and Hyundai/Kia are high in recalls and defects yet people keep buying them!
@ECPP2 ай бұрын
Yes they are. Many issues
@gmarks15592 ай бұрын
Thoughts on the GMC terrain? Im in the market for a small suv
@b.dennington38622 ай бұрын
2013 terrain fleet vehicle (I do not own) - hate the push button transmission, flaky infotainment, too many plastic pieces on engine, too small - caneven carry grannies’ walker. Would not own out of warranty.
@gmarks15592 ай бұрын
@@b.dennington3862 thanks for the heads up. Has it gotten better one the newer models? id get a new one 2024 or so.
@wmllr3790Ай бұрын
The GMC Terrain had a lot of problems when they first came out around 2010 but I read a study that showed they continued to fix problems and about 2020 they have very few problems. Lots of Terrain owners like their cars and rate them higher than Toyotas and Hondas which lately are having failures. Terrain has real transmission.