I purchased this vehicle from my parents, who had purchased it brand new, so I knew how it had been run since conception. Everything was always well maintained, and I have kept it that way which has left it in great running condition, even at almost 200,000 miles! Regular oil changes and the like are imperative to this vehicle -- lasting as long as it has! The only negative (since almost the moment of my parents owning the vehicle) was a spot on the trunk along the chrome strip that was prone to rusting and has progressed over time. I have also heard that there can be problems with the transmission, but I haven't experienced that yet. Other than general maintenance (oil changes, tires, etc.), I have not to this date had any major problems! There's some rusting out in the exhaust system but nothing detrimental to average driving. Average driving for me is quite a lot, because I love road trips, and this vehicle is perfect, because it's economical but also the back seat folds down to open up the trunk which is great for travel with my two cats!