<< Given that machines always do break down no
> matter who builds them, it is not unreasonable that a vehicle would
> break down after an interstellar flight and entering our atmosphere.
Why? In general the more advanced our commercial vehicles get the more
reliable they are, if properly maintained. >>
(this is my cue.).
To support your case you might consider my situation....I drive a 91
Freightliner FLD 120....currently it has 1,058,402 on the odometer...
EvMick