[tirwin]

I would just add that it is a NEGOTIATION. Just because someone asks price X doesn't mean they won't take less. If the car is overall in good shape and you are interested, get a PPI from a QUALIFIED person. $100-200 spent to AVOID buying the wrong car is money will spent. A qualified person should be able to give you a reasonable estimate once they find any issues. If not, come back here and post the results and this forum can tell you.

Let's say the PPI finds something like a broken head stud. Present those facts to the owner and if you're still interested make an offer based on that information. I'm not saying be a jerk but you get my drift. The worst that can happen is they can say no. If they agree, you got it for what it was worth, if not, you move on.