This is exactly how I felt when I first got mine; I got it on July 4th with a 4-day weekend and put easily 1,000 miles on it in that span.
As long as you keep up with oil changes these cars should last well into the 6 digits with no issues. Multiple users here have absolutely abused them...
It definitely doesn't sound like they actually drove one and just used Google to find basic info and slapped it into a "buyer's guide".
"As an enthusiast’s car, it’s essential that you immerse yourself in the owners’ forums"
Oh no...
The primary reason is simply looks; the B58 looks like a mess without the cover on. Car companies care about prettying up their products.
However, the true reason that nobody understands is that the humble B58 enjoys wearing a fancy hat. Do you dare rid it of its flair?
I bought mine used back in July last year. Completely stock, except it had a bluetooth JB4 already in it!
As of now the only things I've done to it is a Jesse Map 6, gloss black M-style mirror caps, MST V2 Intake, and Burger Tuning spacers (12 front 15 rear, not yet installed in picture).
I'm...