[TorqueHead]

Thanks guys,

I appreciate the advice. I don't have the complete backstory yet but I am the third owner and can trace the ownership back to new car purchase. Will post more pictures when the car arrives. I will of course replace the tires, oil, oil and fuel filters and purge old gas, install new battery and do a very thorough inspection of all rubber parts, hoses, oil seals etc as has been suggested. I had not thought of changing the brake fluid but that sounds like a must-do as well.

The CARFAX said there was one outstanding recall ; something to do with a universal joint. Anybody here know what that is about? Closest dealer is about 300 miles away but I have been tinkering with cars and motorcycles my whole life so I hope to do most of my own work anyway.