And your thread will perversely attract any passing naysayers as well: they can't resist a chance to diss the car. So, gauge the responses here as a window into the world of Stingers at large. As far as I heard,
Sal's forum is the biggest, bestest Stinger forum going. Lots of traffic. So your query will produce results you can count on.
Your fear of being unlucky is a separate issue. Only you can tell your history. Go with your feelings. I didn't hesitate a moment when I said, "I am going to buy one, today, if all goes smoothly: if not smoothly, then I will know it isn't for me." And I didn't hesitate or overthink this thing.