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Old 05-02-2004, 07:32 PM
TMAllison TMAllison is offline
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Looks like a fairly common example of that vintage exhibiting the typical failures (AC and/or control module woes, various vaccum leaks).

In addition to what the others stated, pay attention to the tranny and how it shifts. Folks often crank up the trans modulator for firmer shifts when they first start slipping. If it kicks like a mule going into second or thrid it may be indication of past troubles.

Check break rotors for wear.

The vin number and ~$5 spent with CarFax online will probably get you closer to the true milage than the seller indicates. Undoubtedly one or two of the previous owners have attempted to guesstimate the correct mileage when selling in the past and that info ought to be listed. At very least can get clues from mileage history as to how many years ago the car hit the mileage showing and extrapolate from there. Reported accidents will also be present.
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