You'll HATE These Car Brands SO MUCH That You'll Sell Immediately!

I can't believe I have to identify 10 car brands that you should avoid, but today it feels like I do. The problem is, if you buy one you're likely to sell it within a year. Of course, I'm going to show you some stats but I'm also going to give you some of my opinions. I'll share why I think you're likely to send these car brands packing and why I think these car brands are the worst.
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[@3391halo]

Depends on the model my 06 infiniti g35 coupe(350z motor, frame, transmission) has been extremely reliable and fun

[@ECPP]

Thats a solid runner for sure

[@erniestarkey8856]

Great video as always. Maintenance on Luxury brands is not cheap and that is what makes people regret them. People want to drive, forget about repairs and low maintenance cost. When they have to do oil changes or tires they are sticker shocked. Luxury comes at a price people. Like Mark says; "Life's to short to drive boring car".

[@sseltrek1a2b]

we almost bought a BMW used about 10 years ago...after discussing it, we realized that the maintenance on even this used vehicle would kill us...

[@AsylumLunatic-ig5jh]

One Run Flat tire in costco 340$ dealership 420$. So there are options.

[@workout1520]

The only bright spot in the Nissan line up is their Six Cylinder Frontier Pick-ups. They pulled off a decent Poor Mans Toyota Tacoma.

[@s.w.brodrick7216]

I agree. With ownership of over 100 cars and My 2015 xterra 6 is a smooth torquey suv that has run flawlessly and handles with sportscar precision. A really surprisingly rewarding experience for an suv.

[@chrisp4170]

Qashqai

[@mg14d26]

00:39 1. Infinity QX50, especially after 2019 02:11 2. Nissan Pathfinder 03:45 3. Audi Q3, Q5, Q7, A4, S4, A5, RS Quattro Series 06:07 4. Fiat 500 06:59 5. Couper Countryman (BMW product) 08:04 6. Jaguar F-Pace 10:44 7. Land Rover Group: Range Rover Sport and Evoque, Defender, Discovery 13:40 8. Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, GLB, GLE 400, E class: E450, C300... 16:44 9. Porsche Macan GTS, Cayenne, GT3 (997 gen) 18:42 10. BMW, especially with engines N20, N63, B57, S85,...

[@ECPP]

thanks for sharing

[@user-sp4yj3cp6c]

It took me one Uber ride to realize the only nice thing about Tesla is electric torque. Poorly built car with a nauseating ride quality.

[@kurtjammer9568]

Yes you are correct..only thing the dash is cool..but the ride.was horrible

[@ECPP]

That about sums it up.

[@embiggens1]

The "vegan leather" is straight up 80s beanbag chair pleather. It's terrible. Literally everyone else does synthetic leather better.

[@jonwear9791]

Yup, it is poorly built, with a cheap azz interior.

[@leiflillandt1488]

What model year are you talking about? Many people appreciate low total costs, at least in Europe, and especially in Norway where the average income is 8,000 USD per month...

[@Mike_257]

Regarding Mercedes, a Master Tech at a major MB dealership said: " Too much engineering, too much money, too many failures..."😢

[@midcenturymodern9330]

I remember back in the 1980's a Mercedes-Benz was a car "for life." Those things were built to last, and they did last for decades. Sadly, MB has cheaped out and I think they now target the luxury leasing market. Those plastic cars are problematic while under warranty, and complete nightmares after.

[@izzo2998]

I have heard some horror stories from Mercedes Owners about repair bills. One of my good friends has an AMG and I'm pretty sure he regrets having it. The amount he spends on little things is truly amazing. He loved and misses his Acura, which is what I just bought.

[@ECPP]

Thanks for sharing

[@leiflillandt1488]

But how can it be unknown for anyone that the maintenance costs are high? Almost for any car nowadays, except for Tesla. Are people surprised when the service bills are 3-4,000 USD EACH year. They tend to exchange parts that aren't near to be worn out. You must keep an eye on the dealerships. They seem to have no limit on how they can charge you. This is not only in Canada and the USA, unfortunately.

[@izzo2998]

@@leiflillandt1488 No no, I'm talking about Mercedes specifically. $3,000-$4,000 each year? No. My buddy had like 3 back to back issues and ended up dropping $10k on his Mercedes AMG in like 3 months. And, for one issue, he went to the dealer, and they quoted him $4000 for something. He took it to a private mechanic, who fixed it...for like $3800 or so. Yeah, no. Mercedes are engineered so tightly that when something goes wrong they damn near have to take apart the car to fix it. One tire goes out? Replace it? Nope: Have to replace ALL 4 TIRES at like $500 each to keep the suspension aligned. Maybe the tires could be gotten cheaper, but you see my point.

[@christopherjoyce9788]

Many of my coworkers have them almost all regret keeping them past 3 years old. I just got a lexus es 350. I couldn't get myself to get an Acura due to trans issues and higher maintenance costs. I do all my own maintenance and the es 350 is easier to work on. Dont get me wrong they are still great vehicles and normally sharper looking.​@izzo2998

[@indukim]

AMG=All Money Gone.. Older Mercedes cars are still running well. But, newer Mercedes cars are poorly built and designed.. Sad..

[@donnelson9283]

Ohhhh ! Yesss ! The Highly Regrettable Range Rover ! If You Don't Like Taking This Albatross Back To The Dealership Everyday, Run Away From This Car. Range Rover Has A Plethora Of Problems !! Damn True Review, Mark.💯

[@proudam3969]

Good list. I know a few people that rid of their Volkswagen SUVs within a year because it sat in the shop too long for repair. Also Hyundai and Kia and also some Jeeps. The list goes on. 🤣🤣

[@hillbillyflipper3843]

I have a 2020 Porsche Macan S. I have spent around 1800 a year in maintenance. I did my due dilligencr before I bought it and I understood exactly what I was getting into. I love this ride its a excellent whip! I added a cobb accessport (not included in the 1800). It is a strong launch and 30 to 60 is strong. I'm not trying to be mean or anything but I would never buy a car without lots of research. If your on a budget do not buy a performance luxury vehicle. The Porsche CPO warranty is one of the very best in the automotive industry. I have NO REGRETS. I plan to sell this in about a year and purchase another Porsche, looking at a 2004 Cayenne S or a Macan GTS. Thank You Mark for all the excellent and pertinent information you provide in your videos. I would encourage a potential luxury performance buyer to subscribe to Mark's service. He knows his stuff!!

[@davcuts2897]

Both MINI and BMW, have high owner satisfaction. At least according to Consumer Reports. For the past decade their reliability has improved with each passing year. BMW has been named the best brand for the past two years by Consumer Reports. MINI is also the 3rd most reliable car brand. Only Lexus and Toyota are higher. Yes they are expensive to get serviced out of warranty, but BMW have improved the reliability of their cars by leaps and bounds.

[@farhanshah5966]

Man just cancelled 95% of my dream cars…lost my motivation to work hard 😢

[@markholubetz]

Haha, no worries

[@BigBoss-tk6lh]

Work hard buy two cars one for daily one for fun..that's it

[@xten1111]

Get them brand new 2yr lease then on to the next 1

[@darrinscoilsclouds1498]

yeah, but if you watch more than one of this guys videos. In one video he'll tell you about how great a model is and in the next video, he'll tell you how horrible it is the same car.🤷‍♂️ take it with a grain of salt I've owned Audi my whole life. and each generation gets more and more reliable.

[@reggiefurlow1]

If a Nissan was your dream car I don't know what to say

[@sandropasquariello224]

Problem is poor ppl want to look rich

[@bobsherman3407]

Once again, it's the usual suspects: German and English cars. Luxury is not bringing your car in for frequent service.

[@ECPP]

exactly

[@eldave9261]

This Chanel is always full of Priceless ❤️ information 🎉

[@ECPP]

Thanks very much

[@PremiumUserUltra]

Thanks for the content

[@ECPP]

My pleasure!

[@Canadian_Gamer]

Tesla would definitely be one of them. So many “early adopters” have dipped their toes in the Tesla waters, then realized that it didn’t feel too good, and flipped within a year. It all seems like a great idea until you get in a fender bender. There are only certain body shops that are qualified to work on those pieces of junk, 3-4 months of having to use a rental car while the repair gets sorted out by the insurance companies.

[@Areku06]

I disagree, most people that have teslas usually keep them 3-5 years, model 3/y are best in the class, especially new refreshed model 3. They have their issues but they are minor, most of them fixed with software update. My model 3 almost has 100k miles just needed tires and front control arms. The performance it offers, it’s amazing how cheap they are to maintain. There are many model 3s over 200k miles even 400k miles on the original batteries.

[@Canadian_Gamer]

@@Areku06 Here comes the Elon protectors lol

[@Areku06]

I bought a Tesla not because of Elon, he has nothing to do with it. I’m just stating my experience with one. Tesla is the cheapest premium brand to maintain according consumer reports and many other sources, I also have Audi q7 and BMW x5 which cost way more to maintain, I don’t know why I bother with them anymore, it’s not worth it imo, sure interior may not be as nice but for me it’s the driving experience. I went from bmw f30 335i modded with 500hp, my model 3 performance is faster, handles better, almost costs me nothing to maintain, I do miss the sound of the inline six that’s about it.

[@allangurr]

@@Canadian_Gamer Agree

[@tylercourville9279]

Great video! You’re killing it! Can you please do a breakdown on 3.0 duramax.

[@markholubetz]

thanks

[@emmo2850]

Enjoy your work and factual reporting and research. Shame on the stalkers, not professional are they? Thanks for the hard work you put in Mark.

[@ECPP]

Thanks very much. Agree, onward and upward. Cheers

[@TheCaptjamestkirk]

I agree 100% on Nissan, reliability has gone down the drain! My Rogue CVT went out at 65,000 and my friends Rogue also had his CVT take a dump at 78,000 miles, plus we both had other problems too. The new Rogues have a 3 cylinder variable compression motor with a turbo plus the CVT, NO THANKS to that!!

[@jamesmustin7289]

My 27 year old Honda Del Sol with 221,000 miles does not shake with the air conditioning at a light!

[@ECPP]

Yes a well engineered car is like that

[@patrickm977]

Throw away cars!

[@ECPP]

For sure

[@DanGilliland-pi4vh]

Disposable vehicles indeed.its much cheaper to take care of and maintain the vehicle you have, new ones quality way down and far too complicated and very expensive to service after the warranty period. No thanks

[@texashsad]

Car companies should be forced to buy these substandard cars and trucks back until they get it right!

[@ECPP]

I agree, the lemon system should have more teeth

[@TheOriginalDJMrVee]

"A couch on wheels" 🤣🤣🤣

[@ECPP]

Haha

[@josephyip1498]

Awesome content! From Singapore 🇸🇬

[@8731Cordova]

All facts

[@markholubetz]

100 percent

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

I just want to ask. Meny of the problems you bring up about Mercedes are due to your experience with the C300. Have you tried owning something like an E300, and coming across the same problems or more? I'm not saying you don't do great work on your videos I'd just like to know🎹🎶

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

You know that you're car is too small when you put your arm out the window and the vehicle turns 😅😂

[@angelos.3664]

Would you say the Mercedes glc Amg 43 v6 is better than the normal glc or would you still not recommend it? (Quality wise and engine wise)

[@stephencavanaugh8377]

I owned a 2013 Mini Clubman, non-turbo with the N16 engine and never had any serious issues with it. As long as you did the scheduled maintenance, on schedule, they ran magnificent and were as reliable as anything Japan put out. The only thing I can say that went "bad" was the thermostat and it was a pain to replace, but still not too bad overall. That car took a beating from me and just ate it all up.

[@JS-1983]

In Europe we don't have Nissan Pathfinder, but we have Xtrail and Qashqai (Rogue Sport), but same junk. Qashqai have couple nicknames in here Finland, Cash guy, or Couscous 😄 I remeber Nissans used to be good cars still In the 90's and early 2000's but after Renault put their hands to that soup, no good 🙁

[@jamesmustin7289]

You want it simple these cars are trophies. All glitz on the outside crap on the inside. That says it all. Suckered by show!

[@ECPP]

Thats about the bottom line

[@condocord7544]

Your show is simply cool as can be,

[@markholubetz]

Thanks so much

[@josemarques5655]

I have a Macan exactly like the Orange (Papaya Metalic) one you show there…& I love it 😍

[@ECPP]

They are beautiful vehicles and one of my personal favourites

[@teknomanning]

I agree with newer countryman yup.But not smaller.Lots of heat.I treat m 2020 countryman with respect .Respect the turbo. 👍🏿

[@ECPP]

Exactly

[@bobschmidt7305]

The statistic for BMWs is not quite accurate. The dealers take title on the cars they use for loaners and then sell them as a used car after one year. These are not BMW customers dumping their cars after a year

[@gregorysmith1402]

True I’ve been thinking of getting rid of my 2018 Audi a4 for a Camry xse or Camry trd…or a Toyota suv! I love Audi it’s my fav brand of all time but now I’m over it and want something that’s going to last me forever! Granted i know with proper maintenance and care the Audi will last but the hiccups out of the warranty are annoying

[@grego7345]

Nissan's quality went in the tank once Renault bought a controlling stake, however I think many people still think that they're the same Japanese company that still makes reliable cars.

[@toddsmith1617]

Most people just lease anyway.

[@ECPP]

Mant do and so it may not matter

[@islanddon865]

My EX had one of these, a Plymouth Horizon TC3 when l married her. It was a DANGER! WARNING! sign l ignored...unfortunately!!!😂

[@ECPP]

Oh wow, sorry to hear about that one. Hindsight unfortunately is 20-20 Don. Hope you are having a great week.

[@antonpandoursky9790]

I like your sense of humor,Mark😄

[@ECPP]

Thanks very much. I try to insert some of my own authentic humour which is a little dry.

[@kevinbarbee5900]

But I always agree with all your other points on AUDI and other cars. But not my Infinities and my ACURAS TL and my ZDX Very reliable

[@Lupettoo]

Mark is great in his videos! I don’t always agree with him, but I do enjoy the great information. Thanks, Mark! ECPP ALSO!

[@mjk9674]

Mark, you are on top of your game!

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much. I really appreciate that

[@brianmclean7576]

Hate the cvt trans in my Murano - growling between 30 / 40 mph - change trans oil ever 30,000 to keep it running

[@keanuchristianledesma9012]

you have a video feedback on Mini’s?

[@eseir64]

I bought a 2 year old Audi Q5. Absolutely loved the car until I took it home and experience how shitty the seats were treating my back. I could not drive the car longer than 15 minutes. I think I ordered 15 cushions, from Amazon and some did help, but not enough. Within 6 weeks, I sold the car. I think I put 600 miles on it. I was lucky the I bought it at good price and my LOSS was kept to about $1500. The whole situation sucked, but it is what it is. I ended up trading it for a Honda Passport which basically has couch seats. I have not looked back and I am enjoying the car. Never again.

[@brooklynknightss]

My 2004 Infiniti g35 V6 engine is ROCK SOLID!!!!!

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@harorider96]

Because it’s a 2004

[@jeffreylising6958]

How about 2006 infiniti g35?

[@brooklynknightss]

@@jeffreylising6958 i think that engine is rock solid

[@jeffreylising6958]

What is your current mileage on your 2004 infiniti g35?

[@LawyerCalhoun1]

Glad the Chevy Malibu wasn't mentioned.

[@ECPP]

Great point!

[@is2fiftyslowfsport744]

I thought you said you were quitting, just admit you're a car guy for life 😂

[@sneakerfreak2002]

“Superficial skin of what they used to be” That’s the quote of the year right there.

[@DeflectionMode]

Here watching Mark.

[@shymorris2313]

What midsize SUV who you recommend

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@johnwalsh7256]

Who is even buying Infiniti! Lol 😆

[@ECPP]

not many

[@laf43777]

Brother, does it ever rain where you live? All the cars are so dirty. Appreciate your videos

[@ECPP]

Sometimes. but usually it just snows

[@1Springloaded]

Prior to a newly purchased automobile. My last car was purchased in 2004. Both times I spent about two months researching what fit our needs what we could afford and what was the best thing I could get for that money. The Japanese automatic transmission company, AKA jaco was cause to not even consider a infinity or Nissan product. You need not be a gear head to understand that. Hey is a EV enthusiast considered a wire head?

[@jarrett7774]

That's too bad, because I really like that QX50. I've driven one once or twice and it a smooth ride, and very attractive styling both inside and out. It's just that damn CVT...🙁

[@ECPP]

CVT is a mess. They should be all Torque converter trans

[@jarrett7774]

@@ECPP Or DCT right?

[@Duccor]

Even pathFinder previous gen with cvt is the smoothest ride the most comfortable car but cvt unreliable

[@drcovell]

Thanks!

[@ECPP]

Thank you so much for the support. I really appreciate that. Hope your weekend is going well great. Cheers

[@sqpilot63074]

Nissan and Dodge junk. Ford not too far behind. Lexus and Toyota are the best.

[@ECPP]

I would agree with that

[@lesklower7281]

FIAT stands for Fix It Again Tony and BMW Bring My Wallet that's enough for the moment

[@kenciancimino7832]

Audi ???!!? Mark no !!! Just got my S4 !!!

[@ECPP]

Sorry, but as I also say, the upper engines are much better in the S and RS series as it seems as though they put a little more R and D into them.

[@kenciancimino7832]

@@ECPP … I will just keep following your lead !

[@livegoodeathealthy5049]

Do oil changes every 5k miles not 10k. Although most Audi eventually burn oil, it's probably because most owners didn't do this.

[@user-cc4lb1jf1p]

It's a bit like food; the better it tastes, the deadlier it is. Just can't get around that reality, alas.

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Great video as always Mark ,but the pedestrian warnings should be watching how you drive and pay attention to what you're doing instead of relying on your car to drive for you. If there's people that don't want to drive their own car, they should take public transport

[@mannyrosado9887]

Where did you see the GT3?

[@anthonyb9364]

I had a base 2.0 Macan and live in Vegas. Dealer price for oil change was $414. The 20k service was $650 (oil and brake fluid change). 30k service was plugs, oil change and filters, $1700. 40k service, oil change, PDK fluid exchange was $2900. Its a pricy game to be in. Issue i had was its basicially a larger GTI with the 2.0turbo and the service costs trippled with the badge. Now combine those service costs with the "Hey, you need brakes, or tires or etc......". Now your 40k service costs ya 6k, LOL.

[@JonasRides]

I was praying 🙏 I did not see my car on this like thank you lord for leading me into a grate car .

[@adricreed5273]

What do you think about corvettes?

[@ECPP]

I like them just a little overpriced lately due to popularity

[@kevinbarbee5900]

I disagree, our 2 FX and current 2017 limited QX70 and 2017 Q60 have been super reliable

[@midcenturymodern9330]

Aaaahh, Nissan. The Chrysler of Japan. 😄

[@ECPP]

Yes it is

[@zeroq8506]

Dude i just bought Q50 🌝

[@ECPP]

What year? Older than 19 is better

[@zeroq8506]

@@ECPP came with 5 year warranty and extra 5 year by bank 2023 model middleeast 50c heat 13k kilometers now no problems yet but heard stories of wheel lock fail prevents car from starting and i already hear the lock release noise being hard .... Also under rain pr water road it slips hard

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

I love Toyota and my favorite is the FJ Cruiser

[@masoudshaghaghi5744]

Water stain is horrible on that cars, I hate it, impossible to remove and damage glasses and paint for ever

[@siciliangamer]

The sound effects always get me. I bet if this guy has little kids they love story time. 😂😂😂

[@sseltrek1a2b]

"and "bam" (breaking glass)..."...yeah- those are highlights of these vids...

[@Renz-ou8ix]

For the people that don't understand do not buy a CVT nissan or infinity vehicle buy the most reliable v6 or V8 models instead

[@ECPP]

Yes NA engines are best and CVT is only decent in the Toyota brands

[@silvervuong4135]

Where's the crappy Hyundai?? Big disappointment. Owned 2017 Tucson LTD from 5 - 33k miles ( engine broken due to explosion spark plugs ), it has been suffered timing belt. Lose $8k in 1 year for resale..

[@joeychitwood6004]

Keep the beard fellow bearded brother!

[@ECPP]

Thank you. I am getting used to it indeed. Cheers

[@donaldbanner2185]

........................................................... FUN..nny............... The "4 Rings of DESPAIR ............. Freak'n VW Audi........... Headaches!

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Wait just a minute...people are stupid enough to pay big $$$$$$$for all of these problems????

[@user-lu2cg9fo8i]

🧐

[@markholubetz]

thanks

[@starshiptrooper4506]

I will bet the new bmw s68 v8 is no different than the old n63.

[@zanelancaster2007]

What about Jeep?

[@JadeaRS4]

Lmfao

[@ECPP]

Haha, cheers

[@edwardtelles1956]

All new Cars are Junk... Too Hi-Tech..... Unbelievable Pricing.... Designed to Fail...

[@patrickm977]

I, too, was a victim of Audi, never again, ever!

[@ECPP]

Live and learn I suppose.

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

Your wife is a smart lady

[@AsylumLunatic-ig5jh]

Infiniti is holding its ground in Canada. I have first gen 2019 QX50 and now in 2024, ZERO ISSUES. (Yes, I hate infotainment from Intel).

[@leiflillandt1488]

When talking about maintenance costs, I bought a 2011 BMW X3 30d with 2546,000 km 15 months ago. I have solved the maintenance cost problem in that way that I saved my much cheaper in maintenance 2008 BMW X3 20d, and if that one also will be too expensive in maintenance, I have to wash my 1997 528i with leather interior. If a Land Rover isn't reliable enough, why don't people buy two, so they can use one while the other is repaired?! When talking about Mini, I saw that the model WITHOUT THE ICE ENGINE is quite reliable and ranked very high... 🤣🤣🤣

[@xxxpensive1415]

😂😂 good but sad

[@ECPP]

Really true

[@saabreplay7553]

As a mechanic for over 30 years, I would never buy a Nissan or Infiniti product. Those cars are piles of crap. Audi and Volkswagen are not too far behind Nissan

[@ECPP]

Cheers