RE: OT:Advice...
Wavver,
I'd definitely switch to Japanese - Honda or Acura top the list. Try either the Accord (V6 engine, the 4-cylinder sucks), or the EL or CL Type S from Acura. I used to own a '98 Acura Integra until some idiot T-boned me, had over 100000km on it and never had to do a thing (only regular service), no brake work, no nothing. Your choice obviously depends on how much you care to spend, but these are reliable cars and will last a long time...