I have the SDL, and my buddy has the SD model. I like the SDL a little better. Definitely less maintenance, and more power. I think the transmission is much smoother too. I would go with the SDL. The price is high especially right now with the slow economy there are a lot of good cars at a reasonable price out there. For that particular car I would not pay more than 2000. I bought mine for 1500, but with 250K, in really good condition.