i agree my friend has a sts a 97 with 148k on it. another has a lincoln LS with 189k its a 2001 too and he burned a tranny. but he also has 20 inch chrome rims and spinners which didnt help. an sts is a fine car. but i do love my legend...and my prelude and my maxima. but i may sell the max the insurance is killin me. any1 want a 00 maxima SE lol...56k like new