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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Paul" data-source="post: 703635" data-attributes="member: 9404">I don't know how "priceless" my advice is since the last two cars I bought I overpaid, and both of them had motors that failed almost immediately. LOLHere's my .02 - Don't buy someone else's project. - Climb under the car, and inspect the torque boxes to see if there is any damage. That indicates the car has been abused. Also, check the condition of the C-pillars. If they have a "crease" the car has been flogged a bit. - Bring a code scanner. Use it. - Check EVERYTHING. Windows, locks, A/C, tilt column, heat, seats, radio, power steering, leaks, clunks, noises. - Ask for maintenance records. Who performed the work? - If something is wrong, you can use it as leverage to lower the price, especially if you don't mind fixing it yourself. For example, a car with a bad clutch is a big problem for an average joe, and you can knock a ton off the price. However, a clutch swap is pretty easy. - Less mods is typically better, but "saving a little coin" by buying a car with the basics already done isn't a bad idea. (e.g. exhaust and gears) - A car that has recently passed emissions is at least a little sign that it runs reasonably well.I'm sure other folks will chime in with more stuff.Paul.</blockquote>