Some people enjoy working on their cars and owning a new car which can only be serviced/repaired at a main dealer does'nt appeal to everyone.I am not saying that your daily should be an old banger which could let you down as that is no good for most people but talking more about your other week-end toys. My Son likes doing as much as possible himself when it comes to his Subaru Impreza WRX as it is still a car that can be worked on at home. The cleaning and detailing is not his cup of tea so that is left up to me!! I will be getting a newish Mondeo Estate soon and that will be serviced at the Ford dealers which makes sense as I need a reliable car for both work and trips away.