I wouldn't hesitate to buy any M112 V-6 engined car as they were trouble free from the start. Only design problem is the front damper. They list for $50 & take about 2.5 hrs to install.

Make sure that previous owner has serviced the engine & TRANSMISSION. Many of the 1998 & 99 cars burn oil as they WEREN'T serviced properly at first. 10K-12K oil changes on regular oil will damage the engine!

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