2000 S40 with 61000 miles.

I have lost track of the number of headlight bulbs I have replaced.

Rear brakes every 20,000 miles, I replace them myself. Front Pads lasted 40,000 miles, tried a set of EBC Green Stuff pads that were supposed to by low dust. They were dirtier than the originals and did not last 20,000 miles. This time I have the Mintex pads on the front, they are much cleaner.

Had to have the coolant temp sensor and thermostat replaced at 60,000. Vacuum pump sticks and runs continuously, dealer says nothing is wrong!

Noise in the front end when pulling away from a stop in cold weather.

Had to replace a front sway bar mount, that was a real bitch!

It just seems to me that there have been too many issues for something a little better than a Ford, GM, etc.

Considered trading it in and most dealers were only willing to give about 7-8,000 trade. I thought these cars held their value better than that.

Both the wife and I like the car, but I starting to get scared about the potential for astronomical repair bills as it gets older....and the dealer is about 130 miles away.

Tony D