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Old 07-05-2002, 08:10 PM
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The car's got 223K miles on it, I believe (original engine/trans, as far as I know). I couldn't find any rust...it's apparently been in Texas all it's life. Very clean underside.

The body looks great (other than a few minor dents that I didn't even notice at first); the interior's okay...could use some seat covers, along with something for the center armrest.

I know that some blowby's to be expected, but I'm not sure if this is too much or not. Also of concern at this point is the "sweet" exhaust...I"m worried that that may be a harbinger of problems on the horizon...or should I worry about it? I've only seen this smell on one other vehicle (also a diesel), and that one turned out to have a cracked piston, hence my concern.

Other than these issues, I'm happy with the car.
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