In the last 7 years, I've bought 1 new Audi, 2 new BMWs, 1 BMW with 9000 miles on it, 1 new CooperS, and the CaymanS.

I was on a first name basis with the head of the service dept at Audi through 4 years of ownership, both the new BMWs had minor problems within the first 60 days, I was on a first name basis with the MINI service manager over 14 months, and (now I'm going to jinx myself) the Porsche with 5200 miles on it after 7 months has yet to have a problem...... Would I buy another BMW, you bet I will. Was the CooperS a fun car, absolutely and I hated to let it go but when I "found" the CaymanS it was traded in..........

Were all of the dealers courteous when I have had problems? yes........

Have I thought about the "wonder" of a no hassle (in theory) Lexus, Acura, etc.? Yes, but I couldn't stand the soul-less experience driving one everyday.

As noted, cars are designed by people, built by people, and have parts sourced from many vendors. Do some of the problems make you shake your head in amazement?; of course.

There is no perfect car, you just have to prioritize what is important to you............

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2006 CaymanS - Black/Black
2003 BMW 325it
2007 BMW 328i coupe