The cars are nice drivers. I currently have one for sale (I'm a micro dealer) and it's very pleasant to drive. Doesn't have much down low, but once over 2500R has good power. I would watch for AC problems in 89's though; it seems I've put an evaporator on just about every 89 model 124 I've had. If it's anything close to not cold, you should count in about $1000 for an Evap and drier. Also take a look at the radiator and muffler. Both pretty common, as well as oil leak around the chain cover. Good luck, allen