Before you purchase, have reputable auto mechanic, go through the car. Take a look at all the past service records, from the past. If the past owner, taken good care of the car. you’ll get good, service out of it.
Half of my smarts have over 100k miles and run absolutely beautifully. These cars are remarkably robust so long as you keep up on basic maintenance. I second what smark said. Have someone look at it if you can.
And depending on where you live, don't pay more than say, $4k.
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