The Car Maintenance Costs That'll Shock or Delight Your Pockets

1. The Ford Taurus

Years of Model: 1986–2015; Average Repair Costs: $697* According to Repair Pal, a Ford Taurus's average annual cost of maintenance and repairs is $697, which is marginally more than the average for all car types. Motor 1 claims that Ford has long struggled to overcome its image as a manufacturer of high-maintenance vehicles.

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Boykov/Shutterstock Ford Taurus Fords just cost more for these services than Dodge and Chevy do. Nevertheless, the Ford Taurus is a renownedly dependable vehicle that is especially good for first-time drivers. Since the middle of the 1980s, it has had more "good" model years than bad.

2. The Porsche 993

Years of Model: 1994–1998 Average Repair Price: $3,001–$4,00* You can certainly infer from the word "vintage Porsche" that this won't be a cheap fix. Although Porsche 993s are good vehicles, owner forums claim that repairs can run up to $3,000 or $4,000 in total.

Supergenijalac/Shutterstock Porsche 993 An engine replacement or rebuild can set you back between $10,000 and $12,000. Car enthusiasts believe that the Porsche 993 has "held its value over the years" (HotCars), making it a wise purchase. The cost of a regular 993 is approximately $64,500. Potential buyers of a Porsche 993 SuperCup limited edition could shell out up to $349,000!