We have an AEG and the mrs reckons it the best machine she has ever owned.
I'm on my second AEG. The first was 10 years when we sold it to a friend and it's still going strong at 12 years. The second is 14 years old and was given to me by my mother. It's a higher model than my older ( newer one) and it runs great. Very quiet and washes brilliantly.
The old dear only gave it to us because she bought a Miele. Can't wait to inherit that one. It's a remarkable piece of kit.
Do love AEG though. Our AEG drier is still going strong at 12 years.