I want to but this but should I?

[NewLee]

Hello everyone, Im new here so just getting used to this forum.

So heres the scoop I have the option to buy an '88 corolla gt-s for $650 with 205,000 miles.
I don't know anything about toyotas and know little about these corrollas like the gt-s. I have heard the 4a ge is hard to kill so the mileage doesn't exactly discourage me.

Anyway do you think its a good deal just to fix up and sell? would it be ok for a 16 year old? What are some things to look for? (parts that fail on these cars). I feel a little naive about the whole thing.

Heres the ad:http://www.autofind.com/dealer/detai...E98C9J3107047/

[TOYOPARTSMAN]

How does it run? do the headlamps and motors work? body looks good, if it runs and drives good, its not a bad deal for $650.00. I remember when they came out, and I liked them then, and still do.

Sincei its in MN, I'd also check for rust, etc. Weather may have done something to the under carriage.

[barthmonster]

Ummm, if you don't buy it maybe I will it's not that far... LOL. Nice car with a lot of potential...

[rdyzz]

my ae92 has 220,000 miles and my engine still has 185-190 compression on all 4 cylinders. i might just repace all the seals and check bearing clearence. its still hit or miss with any car over 200,000 miles.