Breaking aluminum bolts is another one that is surprisingly common in some brands. They also tend to live just long enough for the warranty to expire.

https://rennlist.com/forums/porsche-macan/1085919-cautionary...

IMS bearings are an issue until 2009, engines produced after that point starting with the 9A1 no longer have an IMS.

I work in automotive repairs and i can assure you that all makes are in a fast race to the bottom. Is the conditions they created by brainwashing the consumers over a long time now they have to figure out what is the next “bankruptcy-saving” innovation all while keeping the price point, they choose to go the consumer electronics way but with >$30K “gadgets” so no wonder why you can call yourself lucky if your shiny machine lasts more than 5 years.

E46 subframe issue affected more than just the M3... ;(

You're really over interpreting my initial comment and not wanting to believe people have preferences.

People like different things. E.g. some people might prefer cars that sound louder but are slower over a quiet cabin and faster.

Some people might think the engine is the only important aspect and prefer older engines.

And who said we're only talking M?

Chill...