redsoxvin

ok, I found a really nice 96 on the side of the road the other day for sale. i called the guy, test drove 20 mins later. Its got 105,000 miles. Very clean, inside and out, engine very clean looking as well. its got an h-pipe. sounds real nice.
I know the guy who owns a toyota dealership in my town. I had the possible seller drive it down to him today. He had his mechanic take a look at it. There was a checklist which i will get tommorow. The owner then spoke with my mother. I guess there are a few things.

-a little play in the steering wheel- new steering shaft he said- $260 i think?

-The exaust pipes i guess will need repair or replacement to pass inspection in april. Is that true?

- Leaking coolant - he said parts cheap, but labor expensive.

3 other leaks.

-Transmission pan gasket

-rear main seal

-front pump seal.


PLEASE TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THIS. I think the mechanic quoted $1600 for everything. is that about right?

The seller was asking $4800. he said that was the blue book value. I looked saw it was 3550 for excellent, 3170 for good. i called and told him this. he then said his new asking price was 3300.

What should I do now?

randy78045

Welcome to the forums... You would probably get a better response to your questions if you post em in the model specific forum...

40th_Stang

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03truebluegt

Welcome to the forums!

bhskins05

Depending on where you live, the price your getting it for is around average. The work sounds a little over priced, however i really am not sure how much it would cost, I have mechanics in the family so i never have to pay labor. If his asking price is 3300, im sure you can talk him down below 3 grand.