Unsure about US build quality, but if you have ever owned a European car you will know what happens when the simplest thing breaks - that's why you can buy anything Euro at amazingly low prices compared to new outside their three or five year warranties. A mate of mine was quoted - and this is absolutely true - almost $300 for what was in truth a - wait for it - a Washer! His mechanic found something that cost .50cents and did the job!

Ferrari excels with this after sales mindset.

A 10 inch long split radiator hose with a prancing horse stamped on the side of it cost $800. A trip to Supercheap Auto and it was fixed for less than $20.

Paying for a brand name, nothing more.