My Mits is the cheapest car...
I've ever had the pleasure of maintaining.
at 68,000 for my 2002... I've done regular maintenance, a set of front brakes, a set of tires, four bolts for the front sway bar. One ignition spark module ($90) and literally noting else.
The A/C is not producing *COLD* air anymore(only slightly cooler than the outside), as it sits most of the time and I think the seals have been punished due to it. So, an A/C redo is in order. And last oil change the Stealership told me the rear sway bar bushings are going... they quoted $700 to do the work... GACK! I got new set for $70 and a few hours of work. All done. Of course, I didn't dis-assemble the entire rear suspension like they quote in the Standard Manual... I used the cheat like Mits mechanic I know uses. I just have to support the rear suspension properly when down.
Truly, this car has cost me less to maintain than *ANY* other car I've owned. I bought it new.