We had an expensive front loading washer. It was OK, but a bit slow. It died after 8 years. Apparently it is mostly plastic, even the load bearing parts. My wife looked all over, did a lot of research, etc.
We ended up with a new LG Samsung with a 10 year warranty on the motor, drum, etc. We looked at Speed Queen too as they are built to last, but they cost more than we were willing to spend at the time.