There was an exhaust leak not mentioned in the ad as well.

I just re-read the ad. The exhaust leak was mentioned. My bad.

Thanks, again, EScanlon....

I agree, holding ourselves to a higher level of content will be good for everyone. Would it benefit us to consider a kind of 'format' for posting observations and comment about eBay (or any other venue) cars? This, if done well/properly, would provide an actual service to those who come to this site to seek advice. Perhaps something that would simply focus on "questions that I would ask before purchasing", and break it down into several categories.... Somewhat as done on the Zhome.com site (thank you, Carl.....)

Body, Body-Electrical, Drive Train, Engine, Suspension/Brakes/Wheels /Tires & Steering, Misc., etc.....