You're 100% right on the psychological issues....mine has PTSD from childhood issues and abusive/controlling previous bfs and a huge pot head (which I think doesn't help). See's a therapist once every 6 months (I think it should be sooner) and when we argue she uses manipulator tactics and then says I'm the one with problems and should seek a therapist! Its tough though, cos on the sweet days, there is an amazing girl in there, its just wading through the BS trying to unearth it and then treading water keeping it afloat.
I'm currently dating a stripper, though when we met she never made it clear and only told me many months into the relationship. We're still dating now, and it has not been easy... So many lies, and of course, she cant keep track of them, which then just raises the distrust on my part. Deep down, is it worth it? Nope. I'm just seeing where this is going for now, but have thought about bailing so many times.
There are other things that will break on a car long before the engine, changing oil will preserve that for sure, but the other factors in newer cars will fuck you over e.g. sensors. All the motors mentioned having done 200k+ how old are they? I'm sure its a fact with older motors there are less things to fuck up, they will last longer; with all the new electrics in cars and tinkering via a laptop to me is a sure fire way of ensuring, just like your mobile phone, courtesy of the manufacturer, it fucks up at a certain age.
I do about 40k business miles a year and run every car into the ground (many have done 250k+ before I've either been in an accident or wanted to change), however, from the dealer, I always buy a service package that includes servicing, quarterly checks, oil changes, cam belt changes, brake fluid. All the other 'bits' that need buying are tyres and brake discs/pads, other items I never heard of that seem to fail and 'should' be replaced are shit I've never heard of like 'bumper stops' wtf?!?! (I never did replace).
Some cars do come with mileage warranty, and I find buying a service plan from the dealer means it will be looked after and serviced for a monthly payment, takes all the hassle out of owning a car and trying to find a repair shop at a decent price that you can trust.
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