I think it's especiallly true with the paint. My old beast still shines nice for a 23 year old car. Maybe environmental laws had something to do with the kinds of paints and solvents they can use at the factory.

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1985 380SE Blue/Blue - 230,000 miles
2012 Subaru Forester 5-speed
2005 Toyota Sienna
2004 Chrysler Sebring convertible
1999 Toyota Tacoma