Not all modern cars are expensive to maintain
We have a 2011 Corsa D 1.2 SXI in petrol 83HP form. It has features such as cruise control, trip computer etc. and returns over 40MPG average or around 50MPG on a run.
All normal maintenance items, as well as long-term wear items such as shocks, springs, suspension arms, brakes etc. are as cheap as chips, even genuine Vauxhall items don't cost the earth. The car is a pleasure to drive and we've done nearly as many miles in this over the last two years as the other 4 cars combined.
Similarly, parts for an Astra H or J cost very little - even an aftermarket headlamp is less than £100.
People just have to choose wisely and with due consideration given to what is important in each case - individuality, running cost etc.
Prestige cars such as Mercs, Jags, BMW, Audi will aways carry a high maintenance cost. Even then, there are some very good independent garages covering these marques.
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