yeah i forgot about all of those things i consider those just reg. maintenence, we replaced the vcg and the t-housing with the aluminum style and have just now had to put a radiator in it. we are getting ready to paint it too, deer love this car they literally turn around and run back to it, last round caused $1500 damage to the back. luckily, we are extreme diy'ers, we do mechanics and autobody so we can take care of all of it, i just know these cars parts are pricey. but i really feel confortable when riding in this car reliabilty wise so its probably going to be a keeper.