I'm on 164k miles and have had no major issues [emoji57] [emoji4] [emoji12] That's my brag over.
I totally agree they are money pits but I look at it in a way of some people smoke, drink or gamble. I just modify [emoji2] The value of my car can't be measured in pound notes it's the smile I get every time I drive her. With the issues you have I would be getting her back together.