Could a car theoretically last forever if you keep fixing it?

Question

Assuming a car doesn t get crushed in an accident, and you just keep repairing issues that come up - could the car last forever/ a very long time or are there certain things that cannot be fixed?

Answer 1

You'd also be required to update it - emissions limits are being reduced for example. Utrecht (Dutch city) has banned cars that do not meet certain criteria from entering the city. Don't forget that fuels change too (in Europe, using biofuels is mandatory; 10 % biofuel in any fuel or something like that) and the vehicle would have to be 'updated' to be able to use that fuel.



Some BIG parts wear out and cannot really be fixed, so you'd have to replace them or have a VERY costly repair. But replacing the engine block doesn't count as a REPAIR methinks.



But SURE, there is no theoretical technical limit to how long something (a car or anything else) can be kept going. Financial and practical limitations aplenty though.

Answer 2

There are many 100 year old cars out there that are still perfectly driveable. Some even in pristine like new condition. You could technically repair any and every part of any vehicle. Now that isn't always practical but it is possible.



Even if you had a major part completely wore out and parts were no longer available for your car there are foundries, forges, welding shops and machined shops that can make any part that you had originally on your vehicle. You can even make plastic and electronic parts if you find the right person.



The only parts that can't be repaired or replaced would be those that can't be done so legally, like the VIN identification plate. Although technically you still could as long as you didn't get caught. Luckily those don't tend to wear out too quickly.



That being said this is much more practical on an older model car than a newer one because on older cars you have fewer parts to wear out. You could make a 2016 model last for ever but it would cost you!

Answer 3

Probably not. I have historically kept most of my cars until they were at end of life, and all but one underwent a process I think of as "crumbling." I do my own maintenance and repairs but I have only so much time, and if I did not do it myself I have only so much money. I had a 1984 Dodge 600 that had about a dozen important failures in the last year I had it and when it needed a timing chain I traded it in. A 1984 Nissan 300ZX literally required some sort of repair every week for the last several months I owned it, and when I dumped it there was a mysterious intermittent in the harness at the ECU that caused it to stumble badly several times a day.



Eventually every car that is driven turns into a collection of failures, any one of which can exceed the car's value. I had 290K miles on a 1970 Volvo before I gave it away because it was no longer worth the water pump replacement. The frame was cracked and the exhaust system was exhausted.

Answer 4

As long as the structure (frame) and body didn't convert from steel to iron oxide, and disappear into the environment, then YES, a car could THEORETICALLY last a LONG TIME if you keep repairing the parts that wear.



I have actually seen cars that remained in good mechanical operating condition, but the frame rotted away and made it dangerous to continue driving. Aside from an old Corvette (fiberglass body), changing a frame would be an unreasonable repair (cost + effort).



Where I'm from, there may be more cars than people. Salt is used on the streets during the winter, so steel car parts corrode away constantly. So not "forever".

Answer 5

Yes, it could. Placed into a hermetically sealed container filled with an inert gas like nitrogen or argon, theoretically it could last a very long time. 'Forever' is an interesting word for you to use though. Even just garaged, looked after and driven occasionally, a car can last a human lifetime.



My grand father purchased a 1938 Ford at some point after WW2. He kept it garaged, repaired rust before it could eat into the frame, kept it running and took it for a drive every week or so. When he passed on my father inherited it and proceeded to give it some TLC e.g. new 6V battery, paint job, extensive repair of aging leaf springs and chassis components e.t.c.



This car is 77 years old. It has basically outlived it's first owner. It starts first time, purrs like a kitten, drives well (for what it is), and is registered and road legal. It would never pass an emissions test and be road legal somewhere like California or western Europe, but where my father lives, there are actually no mandatory emission laws.

Answer 6

Theoretically yes, practically no. We're talking about a regular use vehicle here, not a perfect-condition collector's item. Collector's cars are driven as little as possible to preserve their value.



There comes a point in every car's life when it simply costs too much to fix to remain viable. While the total value of a vehicle decreases with every 100 km it travels and every year it's exposed to the elements, the cost of replacement parts does not. In fact the more scarce replacement parts become, the more expensive they are when you find them.



But if you had the money to do it, you could keep replacing worn out parts and keep fixing it forever.

Answer 7

Actually you used the term" theoretically" . Ofcouse, with that being said the answer would be NO, because even if you were to fix every part that broke on the automobile,there will be some parts of the vehicle as a whole that would be biodegradable eventually over a period of eons ,therefore in all probability lasting longer than any human could and potentially leaving no one to continue to be able to repair and replace any parts. And beyond that if this could possibly happen then using deductive reasoning,if any group of individuals did manage to achieve this. Then naturally amongst all the changes eventually the vehicle " would not be the same vehicle" now would it? Think about it.

Answer 8

Joseph has maybe the best answer. Let me explain: The catch is cars like the Gen 1 and 2, 4.7L Durango, and the recently discontinued, mechanically superior, less expensive Dodge Avenger were all discontinued because they were less expensive (Avenger) , mechanically superior (Durango and Avenger). The public desire for them destroyed other sales, especially more expensive less desirable new products.



Forever? The key is being handy, understanding basic auto mechanics, be able to do your own routine maintenance, if not more, and having a solid vehicle frame, treated every 4 years with a new blasting, rust neutralizing inhibitor, and sprayed with a synthetic "rubber like" shield. A strong thick frame is essential, , aka my 2002 Dodge Durango, 242K miles, and now, Nov 1, 2015, faster and greater towing torque/capacity, finally, 2-3 miles per gallon more efficient than when it was born...when I brought it. I haven't made a payment on for 9 years. I have, however, averaged an equivalent $75 a month ($900 in maintenance every year) and I have tools, and fortunately understand cars, and their repair. Your question, let me ad, the changes synthetic lubricants have given us are awesome. Checkout 'AMS Oil' and Mobil 1. They virtually eliminated internal wear, both in engine, transmission, transfer case, and differentials ( change every 5K to reap those rewards).



Designers are only paid to design new things, and support new car sales folks, and don't care about total revenue, they just want to make new, "innovative" floor models to support their salaries. The Avenger could have made Dodge an icon, if they were more secure and not threatened by it.

Answer 9

there is no reason a car can not last forever if properly cared for ...As I tell people that want a new car every 2 years if you just took a 1/3 of a car payment and put it into a repair fund you would always have the money on hand to repair any problem that came up with their car when it went wrong. Of course there are other maintenance that people do not want to spend the time doing like regular inspections of the undercarriage to combat rust in the northern states where they use salt on the roads in the winter. But with regular care a car can last for ever

Answer 10

To make this practical - When the finance payments stop, start making deposits of that same amount to a savings account instead. Use that savings account to maintain the car.



I've done this and it never seems to last actually forever, but the cars do last well over a decade. At some point enough goes wrong that it is no longer worth repairing. But when I ran the numbers it still worked out that I could have continued repairing the car again and again and kept it on the road.



Here's my discussion of the financials of doing this -

Answer 11

If you live in Cuba, you could do this. During the 1950s there were ever so many American cars on the streets of Cuba that were left when the upper and middle class people, fled to Miami ,When Castro took over in 1959. Most Cuban motorists can't buy new cars that have been made in other countries. There are many mechanics in Cuba who keep fixing cars from 1959 or before, and they know how to keep them alive. These men earn about as little as other Cubans, so the cost of repairs is so low, they can do this.

Answer 12

Theoretically yes.



A car is simply a collection of parts, Each and every one could be replaced with a reproduction part, IF you had the time and money to make the part. It gets horribly expensive, but there are cars that can still be driven on the road that are over 100 years old

Answer 13

Yep, as long as you have deep pockets and they keep manufacturing replacement parts for it. I am imagining though that there would come a time in a 100 years or so where parts for it would become obsolete and no longer findable. Then you might find speciality machine shops to manufacture specific parts for you, but I can only speculate about that. But for the immediate future it would appear as though they could last forever at the right price. I have always purchased old vehicles and put 5 or 6000 dollars into them and drive them for 10 years or so without major issues. I bought a ford ranger with bad engine in it for 600 bucks and put 3000 for chassis parts and engine and have put 6000 miles on it so far. It will probably reach its end at 40-50000 more miles...and by end I mean to the point where I am tired of driving it and want to find something else to fix and drive.

Answer 14

Yes, anything can be repaired as long as you're willing to pay for it. You would have to have a serious love for your car because at some point you'll have to start machining the parts that aren't available anymore. There are also some repairs that are so expensive that anyone who isn't obsessed with their car would put the money into a new car instead. It is possible though. It just takes skill, persistence, money, and a little bit of irrationality.

Answer 15

Yes some here are made of stainless steel here. Body last forever. But frame engine seats all need replaced in time. Or well over 20 years. So how built? Many motors will last for 3 million miles if rebuilt resleaved, and new crank. Just the block saved. But there is a point were to maintain a vehicle will cost the same as payments on a new vehicle. That is when many get junked here.

Answer 16

There are some cars that are doing exactly that.

Original beetle. Original mini. Morris 1000

Series Land Rovers.



Cars with a big following will have parts made available for almost ever and also upgrade parts. These are the most environmentally friendly type of cars as a massive amount of energy is consumed making a car.

Answer 17

Most of the cars in Cuba date back to before the revolution of 1965. When it goes wrong, you get the blacksmith to make a new part. Mind you, there are few places in the world where a Cuban car would pass a safety test.



We've had cars since 1885. Some of the originals are still kept going at great expense by enthusuasts, but you wouldn't want to use them every day.

Answer 18

it could last for a very long time but nothing lasts "forever". I have a 2004 Toyota Corolla which has a lifespan of over 400,000 miles with proper maintenance and I'm only at 93,000. We've had the car for 11 years, first my mum drove it to work, then my dad, and now it's my college car. With proper maintenance some cars can last generations but not forever eventually you'd have to get a new engine.

Answer 19

Maybe! Forever is a very long time, and I don't expect ANYTHING to last that long!



I have several cars that are quite old, still running. One is near it's 100th birthday!



There is nothing that can't be "fixed" but there are parts that can no longer be found. It is possible to use a different style part, or reproduce the part (which can be costly), but what you ask is possible if you put a limit on your use of "forever."

Answer 20

Yes. Many vehicles from 1900 thru 1915 are still running and used in many classic car events. As to the practicality of using for every day, that depends on the car. For example, a 1950 Chevrolet could meet most daily driving needs except 70 MPH on the highway unless updated from original equipment. Disk brakes, suspension upgrades, cooling system, lights, etc.

Answer 21

Yes you probably can keep a car forever but it would practically make no sense. Eventually all the parts of the car will wear down and you will have to replace every single part of the car which would make no sense since you could by a newer version of that car with the same money.

Answer 22

Not always. You'd have to do a lot of work on it yourself assuming the parts are even available because after 30-50 years most automobile manufacturers don't make parts for that specific make and model, so you'd have to find a place that has kept and preserved these parts for the vehicles and assemble them. And if you're not a mechanic or don't know one, don't even bother. On top of that don't drive said vehicle much because that wears the parts too much and decreases it's lifespan, and it also risks the chance of crashing and turning a preserved car to a pile of rubble. There's a lot of factors contributing to survival of a vehicle simply to build and design. Unfortunately some vehicles are just built poorly and will fall apart on you. And don't even bother preserving something like a SMART car or something massively produced...

Answer 23

Theoretically, yes as long as you replace the add on parts as needed. There are a few things like the frame and if it is unibody construction, the structural support part of the body that eventually will literally fall apart via vibration and the age of the metal. Keep in mind that there are Model T's still on the road and running and they went into production in 1908.

Answer 24

Theoretically, if you can prevent corrosion of the body, then yes you can keep repairing any faults (and keeping up with preventative maintenance), and the car could last a very long time. Check our Irv Gordon's Volvo P1800. https://www.media.volvocars.com/global/en-gb/media/pressreleases/132531/he-has-done-it-irv-gordon-reaches-3-million-miles-in-his-1966-volvo-1800s



As others have said, there are many cars over 100 years old still going strong, but they aren't used everyday.

http://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/gallery/2015/nov/02/london-to-brighton-veteran-car-run-in-pictures



However if you do use it regularly and large parts wear out you run the risk of it becoming like Trigger's Broom, so that it isn't really the original car https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUl6PooveJE

Answer 25

Yes but it's a bit like the broom I have had for twenty years. I have only changed the head twice and the shank three times. If you see what I mean, there will come a time when your car is not your car apart from one wheel nut or something. Once that is gone, you have a completely different car.

Answer 26

Theoretically yes.



A car is simply a collection of parts, Each and every one could be replaced with a reproduction part, IF you had the time and money to make the part. It gets horribly expensive, but there are cars that can still be driven on the road that are over 100 years old. this answer is **** because he did anal with my cat!"!!!!!!!!!

Answer 27

Yes, but there comes a point where the cost of repair is greater than the vehicle's value so that is when most cars are scrapped.



But there are still Ford Model T's for example that out there and remain in road-worthy condition today.

Answer 28

theoretically yes it can be done. you can keep fixing it and keep it running. that is the greatthing about working with machinery. you can always fix it and keep it running. the question is is it going to be worth that much money and effort to do it. cause as the car ages, the parts for it will become more and more harder to find and more expensive. you can always put new parts into it, but it will require the know how and custom making parts for it.

Answer 29

Absolutely. But then, there are some cars destined to die (Daewoo, GM with the Northstar 4.6 V8 engine, Daimler-Chrysler's 2.7 V6, older Subarus with HG problems, etc.) But really, if you take care of any issue that comes up immediately, and do preventative maintenance, you should have a car that lasts a LONG time.

Answer 30

One of my favorite old car stories is about a gentleman named Irv Gordon who lives just outside New York City. He bought a brand new Volvo P1800 sports car in 1966, and he's still driving it. He's kept maintenance records and can show that the car has over THREE MILLION MILES on it.

Answer 31

Yes. You'd have to repair a lot tho. Remember when it's all said and done you'd probably have a whole different car then when you started. You'd have to keep it in a garage always wax it. The frame/body is the biggest concern

Answer 32

No not forever. Cars aren't made as well as they were back in the day. Lucky to get 20 years out of a car now.

Answer 33

Forever maybe not but there are many cars fron the 1950s still around

My brother has an original 1937 Chevrolet

Answer 34

Joe gives a example of lasting a very long time. For other examples of cars, vehicle lasting a very long time in regular use- look at Cuba with it's 1950s classic American cars still on the road, south Africa with some very old cars from the 1960s and even earlier in general use. Sweden has some old 2 stoke SAABs running around, earlier Volvos also. The old Tatras just before WW2 were rebuilt by factory or mechanics in mid 1950s to 1970s, still on road. India has a old looking derived from Austin sedan still on road- was the government utility pool car, general use for police, post office, some commercial cab and civilian sales, production ended 1990 or so- but because the design didn't change, lots of spares. One point on the Cuban and South African cars and truck continuous use- the Cuban legal restriction on private ownership of cars shortly after Castro admitted he was a doctrinaire socialist 1958(?). New cars by government license after proven need of civilian, old cars grandfathered in for private ownership but no new cars for civilians that weren't in communist party at a upper/middle level at least. SO, the old American classic not already stolen by the revolutionaries were the only ones available and no practical replacement in near or distant future, keep it running anyway you could or get a bicycle or walk- ox cart for families maybe. The old beaters are taking tourist around- the bodies have been patched many times, the frames rewelded and engine overhauled or replaced with Russian Ag tractor diesel engines- but they are still in use on almost daily basis. Legal incentive to keep running. S. Africa had the Apartheid era restrictions on new replacements- again a outside legal or economic incentive to keep running whatever you had at the time of the restriction. simpler cars of the early era meant easy to make some critical parts or adapt. Sweden had a mandatory safety inspection and repair law system with a few odd taxes- the old cars had to be fixed when wear limits were close to unsafe or car replaced- but replacement car started a tax cycle again. fix the old one to pass the inspection and you paid the least amount of tax based on purchase time, declining tax per year. Not the tighter legal restrictions of Cuba and S. Africa- but a combination of minor laws and policies that made economic sense to thrifty Swedes . Some 1960s+ American cars in Sweden on road for same reason- taxes are at lowest, they have been maintained by the inspection law incentive, and many of them were the American station wagons that could hold a mattress for conjugal activities when desired. These aren't theoretical possibilities, these are current or recent examples . If a tight emissions law has grandfathered exemption like many states in US for older vehicles, it may make economic sense to repair as needed a car that does NOT require a Cat convertor under law.

Answer 35

Not forever but for a long, long time. There are people still driving around in cars built in the 1920's. There are clubs where they meet up and help each other.

Answer 36

Yeah. I mean by fixing do you mean that you can replace parts? After 50 years you'd have a new car in terms of the parts that make it work but it'd be the same car, I guess.

Answer 37

Well, you'll keep fixing until it would be more advantagerous to buy another car, or you'll have to fix the whole car by buying nearly every single part of it.

But sure!

Answer 38

Forever is a long time but some of the first cars ever built, from the 1800s, are still around and running.

Answer 39

Definitely. In fact I make them do just that. That is assuming I don't get tired of one. I have a vw bus and a geo metro. I am getting tired of fixing them but even with buying new cars you have to go sit on their smelly leather couches and wondering what they are doing to it. Not so bad if you have have your spouse do it.

Of course, rust is the one credible threat, but I live in a rust-free climate.

Naturally, you can only do it using mainly your own labor--or else costs will go through the ceiling. And anyway it is typically not that easy to get service.

Answer 40

Yes however you need the-parts for the car , only certain cars have a unlimited amount of parts for it in stock for example a 1932 ford can practically be built with parts ordered on line they have every fender and bolt need in stock for this particular car. however if you had say a 1950 Chevy , then you may have to search junk yards and o line and may never get certain parts, then you need to know someone with a machine shop to make the parts for you.

Answer 41

Like a human body, an automobile is designed for use for so long and to be replaced. Besides the increase in safety features--safety belts, airbags, anti-lock brakes and other such technology. Older cars while survivable with CPR can be death traps after awhile.

Answer 42

Well maybe if you're mechanical engineer and eventually replace most of the engine components. The amount of effort and time doing so would far supersede going to work everyday and buying a brand new car for a less amount of overall money.

Answer 43

YES. About 2 years ago a Volkswagon's Owner said he has 0ne million 2, 000,000 miles so far. All it takes is keeping all oils up & a machine shop to keep rebuilding what wears out from time to time. Mike

Answer 44

Have you ever seen an antique auto show? Some of the first cars ever built in the world are still with us. They are machines. Metal, rubber, leather and wire. As long as those parts are properly maintained they will last forever.

Answer 45

Yes, the cars parts could be replaced and expanding the cars life span. But, major structure damages to the frame results in the car being replaced. Present car frames after many years at some point could fail due to corrosion, wear and tear, causing the molecular structures to change and resulting in breakage.

Answer 46

Nothing lasts forever, that's the fact. But if you take good care of your car, you'd be able to have an extended life of your car!

Answer 47

In theory, yes. However, add enough time, break-downs that seem to happen weekly, and the frustration that causes and it's just not likely. I know I have been ready to light more than one vehicle up in flames right where they broke down! It's kinda like dating a pain in the a$$. You finally get tired of dealing with all the stuff and just want them to GO AWAY! 😊

Answer 48

The answer is NO. New car dealerships and auto parts stores no not stock and sell replacement parts past 25 years. Ford dealerships quit selling replacement parts between 10-15 years.

Answer 49

A man has/will celebrate his cars 100th "birthday" this year.It has been in his family for 100 years (or less.depends on when they got it)and yes,always driven and not stashed like A collectors item.It seems to be in very good condition.It probably will last as long as he and whomever he passes it down to can keep it maintained.

Answer 50

If properly maintained any car could last forever, I guess. Especially nowadays, when the market is full of high quality replacement parts for virtually any model, even the ancient ones.

Answer 51

YES! This is why I LOVE EURO CARS! They Are made to MUCH higher standards and in THEORY will last for 500 to ONE MILLION miles with no serious issues, IF CARED FOR CORRECTLY! AUDI will NEVER RUST and is WORTH whatever parts it needs over its FORTY YEAR life span! MOST DOMESTICS are THROW AWAY cars with cheater UNIBODY! EURO CARS use all different types of ALLOYS int he engines and body and use the BEST ZF trans and steering NOW used by many GM, FORD JEEP and CHRYSLER cars!

Answer 52

assuming rust doesn't eat away the frame/body, yes.



I mean really, when you buy a car the only thing you are getting "forever" is the body. Engine, transmission, interior etc. can all be replaced and will need to replaced at some point.

Answer 53

i'm an elite master technician who likes 20 year old mitsus. I have stacked a five speed transmission, and uilt my own ecm that ran 11 in a galant vr-4 with 210000 miles and a 90 eclipse with 410000 miles

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Answer 55

No,Not really because with car regulations changing the way you bought the car stock it won't be the same at the end of 10 years you can keep it running for centuries but not as you bought it at the dealership.

Answer 56

Yes. In Cuba they are still driving cars that were made in the early 1950's. They are as much as 65 years old and still going.

Answer 57

Assuming that you consider that sometimes "fixing" involves "replacing" and you have a supply of parts that lasts "forever": YES.

But, this isn't very likely. With time, parts become more scarce and in some cases manufacturing is needed.

I guess it isn't impossible, but it can become ridiculously complicated.

Answer 58

Well, the parts of the car will ware down from driving it for long periods of time. Technically speaking if there is major damage to the car, some point you might haft to get a new car.

Answer 59

It depends. I'd say yeah, with parts such as tires, lights, brakes, and windows can all be upgraded and changed. Depending on the make, engine and oil changes, it is a big part and with the owner how this is sustained, for example your engine to not backfire is a factor with engine and make. Im just saying.

Answer 60

Yes. But if you kept changing the car'she parts forever, wouldn't it become a whole new car sooner or later?

Answer 61

You would have to keep replacing all the parts. However eventually the manufactures may shut down, or not have the parts any more, so you may have to make them customly.

But if you keep the mechanics and the whole car without need of TLC then it may survive.

Answer 62

The problem would be availability of spare parts. This is because manufacturers are only allowed to keep spare parts for only ten years on all cars made.

Answer 63

Yes, but the cost of fixing and replacing parts would soon exceed the cost of getting a quality used car.

Answer 64

Yes

Answer 65

Eventually, all of the old parts will be replaced.



Just like the paradox (dunno the name) states:



If you dissemble a boat and reassemble it again it is still the same boat.

If you replace a part of a boat it would still have the same name and would still be classified as the same boat.

Yet if over time, when all of the original parts have been replaced with different parts, it is not the same boat.





Not sure exactly how it went but it was something like the above XD

Answer 66

Yes

Answer 67

Yes, but most people get to a point where its not worth fixing it up to keep it running then it lands in the junk yard

Answer 68

there was a leyland truck 4 cylinder original engine 1,000,000 miles



the Big Problem My 1964 220 Sb Mercedes Benz new oil Kill the Engine the best oils no matter the Price will Kill Most pre 1980 engine No Zinc in the Oil

Answer 69

sure -- it all can be fixed. It just costs time and money. However, the cost to repair as some point exceeds the long term cost to buy a new car.

Answer 70

Well, I just saw an old Model-T from the early 1900s rolling around, so I'd have to say yes...

Answer 71

Yes, dad has a 1972 Ford pickup with over 400,000 miles. Anything is possible

Answer 72

Yeah, especially a pre 1980's car which don't have all that computer junk installed in them.

Answer 73

Forever is not coming so no. Now it can last a very long time under these conditions.

Answer 74

There is no theory in that. It's a fact, anything can be fixed on a vehicle.

Answer 75

Yea just keep on fixing and repairing and buying new parts

Answer 76

If you keep fixing it, it would not be theoretic. It would be fact. yes.

Answer 77

They say that 90% of all Land Rovers ever made are still on the road or farm track at least.

Answer 78

It is like the guy who said he had a pocket knife once owned by George Washington. He said that the handle had only been replaced twice and the blade replaced three times.

Answer 79

Yes! If you enjoy keeping it in good condition, maybe even making it your hobby to keep it like new, you can make it last a lifetime and more.

Answer 80

yeah but what's the point. With the ridiculous prices you'd spend you may as well get a new car

Answer 81

Yes; Check with Jay Leno !

Answer 82

If it's kept repaired with proper maintenance rust [proofed and garaged.

Answer 83

NO "forever" but as long as you keep preparing it.

We still have and use my grandfathers's ax

We replaced the head twice and the handle about 4 times, but is "grandpa's ax"

Answer 84

Sure there are still a million or so Model T's out there.

Answer 85

Nothing last forever

Answer 86

Yes! My 1964 Mustang I maintain her and she runs like she just came out of the factory!

Answer 87

Yes it could. Would require a lot of money down the line i assume

Answer 88

if you have the money anything can be fixed. Check out grave yard cars one day.

Answer 89

depends on the brand????

a new GM car will last about 3 years

Answer 90

If you maintained it can last a long time You can allways drop another motor or transmission in it

Answer 91

Yeah, but it would cost so much time and money, you would be miserable to own it, unless you wanted to restore the car for resale.

Answer 92

That is unlikely. Of course it depends on how well the car was manufactured and so on. But that is unlikely

Answer 93

In short, yes

Answer 94

If it could I would love to find one, mine is falling to pieces, will get another year if I'm lucky before it dies.

Answer 95

There are antique cars still on the road from the first one to today. There you be.

Answer 96

No. At one point manufacturers will stop producing old parts.

Answer 97

Yes it could. Emissions and e checks don t apply to older cars.

Answer 98

Anything can be fixed if one is willing to pay.

Answer 99

after 1000 years you would have changed every single part... is it even still the same car???

Answer 100

yes since you will end up fixing everything

Answer 101

Probably

Answer 102

Probably

Answer 103

It depends on whatnkind of car it is..

Answer 104

Sure, if you have to cash to repair or replace thimgs

Answer 105

nope, the materials it's made from will wither as time passes by.

Answer 106

yes

Answer 107

No, because the new parts would not make it original.

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yes

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yes

Answer 110

Not if you live in the rust belt where they put salt on the roads.

Answer 111

no car is maintenance free

Answer 112

If the car was kept up.

Answer 113

Impossible, just like human will die

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Answer 118

if you repair it with new parts it will last forever......:)

Answer 119

yes it is possible until the death comes

Answer 120

Maybe.

Answer 121

that is a waste of money

Answer 122

Ultimately "you" would die and with it, the car.

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