How much has it cost you over a lifetime of driving, and how have your cars died?
Check out the cars i've had...

1979 Suzuki LJ80 $1200 - Killed by drunk bogan in Monaro get $1500 insurance chq Lifespan 3 years
1982 Toyota Corolla Wagon $500 - Rammed into side of van being Colin Mcrae, then got a 4wd enema (slowly), sold to wreckers $50 - Lifespan 3years
1980 BJ40 Landcruiser $1500 - Couldn't kill it, but drove like tractor sold $1200 - 2 years
1984 Mitsubishi Express Starwagon $100 - blew 3rd gear Sold $650! - Lifespan 3years
1977 Mercedes 230 $1500 - Sold for $315 - Rusted to Buggery - Lifespan 4 years
1995 Ford Falcon Wagon $1900 - still going and quite luxurious.

So not including running and repair expenses lets see... after 15years I'm down $2985 and have a car. That means I can justify my six kites, five boards, three wetsuits and kiting holidays to the missus.