Hey,
Sounds a little steep to me too. Did you search on kelly blue book (KBB) or edmunds for list price?

Rust would be the main thing to look for. Check jack points, wheel wells, undercarriage, etc.
Also, are there service records? I would want to know that a car that old was well maintained.
Take it for a test drive. check for drifting while driving. Steering wheel play, odd noises. Does it smoke from the tailpipe?
It's almost a given that it will need some work.

danny

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