Top 10 Cars that last longer than brand-new cars

Buying a new car does not always guarantee a long life. In fact, many older, heavy-built vehicles have stayed on the road for more than forty years with very little maintenance. Manufacturers designed these cars with durability in mind, using simpler technology and time-tested parts that hold up better over the long term.

Toyota Corolla

Toyota Corolla is more bulletproof, less expensive to maintain and has a lot of mileage. There are numerous Corollas that can easily travel long distances of several hundred thousand kilometres with regular servicing and still drive smoothly, efficiently and reliably on a day-in, day out.

Honda Civic

The Honda Civic earns praise for its precise engineering and long-term reliability. In particular, older Civic models with naturally aspirated engines tend to age very well. As long as owners maintain them properly, these non-Si versions often last for years without major mechanical problems. At the same time, they continue to deliver strong fuel mileage. Because of this, many drivers trust older Civics for dependable, low-stress ownership.

Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry is not a vehicle; it’s an experience. Its engines and transmissions are of long usage, and hence, high-mileage Camrys are prevalent. Owners praise their ability to run continuously for months.

Lexus LS 400 / LS 430

Constructed to high standards of quality, initial Lexus LS models are reputed to be of the highest longevity. They have very strong, yet elegant engines, good construction quality, and luxurious interiors, which usually last longer than new luxury cars that require a lot of repairs.

Honda Accord

Honda Accord provides the ideal performance-reliability ratio. Older Accords are a known feature that deal with daily commuting over decades, with engines and gearboxes that still have reliable service even after the normal life cycle of the vehicle.

Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is engineered for endurance and longevity. Their rough-and-tough structural design, strong power transmission, and all-time dependability enable numerous Land Cruisers to run for decades even in the most adverse conditions on Earth.

Volvo 240

Volvo 240 is the one that has achieved a kind of legend for safety and durability. Having plain mechanical systems and overbuilt engines, most of these cars are still roadable even 30 years later, showing that durability may be superior to modern complexity.

Toyota Hilux

Toyota Hilux is a very popular model worldwide for its ruggedness and reliability. It was meant to be used in the treatment of abuse, carrying of heavy loads, and bad roads, which often kill newer cars and thus is a representation of the enduring nature of engineering.

Mazda MX-5 Miata

The Mazda Miata is light, mechanically easy and exceptionally dependable. The balanced nature of its design not only spreads the load on the parts, but also enables numerous examples to run long, reliable life spans at their best and also provides a pleasing driving experience.

Ford Crown Victoria

After widespread use by the police and taxi cabs, the Ford Crown Victoria is a vehicle that is sturdily constructed. It has a powerful V8 engine, a powerful transmission, and easy-going mechanics which enable it to cope with extreme mileage at a steady pace.