My hubby is pretty handy at repairing the basic older vehicles, but not so much the new computerized ones. We have a 1986 Chevy Suburban that was originally a state-owned vehicle. It has only the basics, not even an AC, so is easier to maintain. We are also lucky to have a family of good shade-tree mechanics just down the road from us. They will keep the local's vehicles in drivable condition should the need arise.
That’s the way to do it! You can easily buy a lot of expensive gas and pay for repairs if you don’t have a car payment and high insurance costs, licensing costs, etc.
Me, too!
I can't even FIND the spark plugs on my 2020Grand Cherokee!