Really a stretch for this website, but...my daughter is shopping for a replacement vehicle, and seems to have her heart set on a 2001 Mitsubishi Diamante that has over 62,000 miles. For similar money she can have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am with less than 23,000 miles. Both are leased vehicles (to only one party). The Pontiac is from a local dealership, and being sold by that dealership. That dealership KNOWS that car. My take is that the Pontiac can be repaired by most local mechanics, while the Mitsubishi may not be within capabilities of the "local", small town guy...therefore is the far better buy. The Diamante has the bells and whistles she'd like. Any feedback based on real experience would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.