Jesus. some of you seem to forget what we drive are the japanese equivalents of the cars your are talking about. Im sure when our cars were new japs complained of the same problems we have with our local cars.
Whats the point in this thread? You are a mechanic for F*R* your job is to maintain and FIX cars. Of course you will see lots of broken down cars you wouldnt be in a job otherwise!!!! Doesnt matter wether its a Ford, Toyota, Holden, Mercedes Benz, Saab, Jaguar or even a Nissan. They all have weak points and they will all at some stage fail. Its just a fact of life. If cars were as reliable as you want them to be would you have a job? would you be able to afford your Skyline?
Just some food for thought.
P.S: I am a mechanic to.If you dont like it go get a job at nissan or toyota dropping oil and filters, brakes and clutches all day