2 faults show up a lot; bad transmissions and peeling paint. If you are willing/able to source and swap a transmission, a good deal can be found.

The transmission is what scares me. I can swap 'em all day long, but, source a good one?


The other issue I have is, how much mileage is too much? A majority of what I'm finding has between 150K and 350K. I have a hard time spending $$$ on something that has a bazillion miles on it.

I missed out on two already because I didn't have the cash I do now.

I don't mind the 318, I'd even consider a V6 at this point.

This may be more difficult than I imagined.