Sounds to me like you found the biggest rip off dealer around WOW what prices! If you have access to a lift on base it sure makes things easier but its not essential.Set yourself up a" to do" list and hit things one at a time as money and time permit.If you enjoy working on cars you will find these cars a Joy to work on, most things are pretty straightforward and when you get stuck you have this excellent source of knowledge/help and information.If the body and interior are nice its worth, it its a really great car and anything else you buy used is going to need work too sooner or later.
Don

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