The trans is worth about $2500.00 itself. Engine is pretty solid and I have 187K on mine (3.0), no leaks. Everything else, you can pretty much fix yourself. Like they say, if AC Works (and these blow ice cold), and it looks good...I'd go for it in a heartbeat!

Things to check:

-All Power Seat functions work?
-Do vents function fully and shut off outside air, defrost, foot heaters,
center cold hard blowing air?
-Car start on first crank easily?
-Is idle smooth (like it's almost not on, even when in gear)?
-Is the shifting firm (good for these cars) but not jerky?
-Odometer and Trip meter working?
-Leaks around cooler lines? Oil leaks around valve cover near plugs?


Steve