Originally Posted by
gmc72
When purchasing I research reliability of the vehicle I'm interested in, and decide if it's worth it. My BMW I figured was worth it as I can do a lot of it myself (former mechanic). Oil changes I take to a BMW specialist, but independent shop (Sheni's). For my Murano, I usually get the oil changes done at a quick lube place, and regular maintenance that I can't handle, I take to an independent shop that I have frequented over the years (actually used to work there). For tires for both I take to the same independent shop.
That being said, my Honda Fit that I used to own has been dead reliable and even recommended my son buy one as his first car. The Fit was "sold" to my in-laws and is still going strong. We're looking at replacing our Murano and seriously looking at the Honda HR-V.