Quite honestly, how annoying a subscription is depends on how easily it is to obtain whatever the product/service is another way, plus how critical it is to my

Quite honestly, how annoying a subscription is depends on how easily it is to obtain whatever the product/service is another way, plus how critical it is to my personal metric for quality of life. This could be impacted by nostalgia. Rents and mortgages have been around for a long time. but if Toyota was suddenly only renting cars as opposed to selling them, I can't see being happy about that. They can alter the agreement any time, and tow "my" car if they don't want to rent it to me anymore. If it breaks down, am I still responsible for repairs? Will I be reimbursed? Will a replacement be provided in the meantime? I'm picturing this coming to large household appliances and the plumbing and getting a fine for taking a dump when I'm behind on my monthly lavatory subscription bill.