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Tom's post is right on and that is why my advice is, and always has been, buy the best car you can afford. Old cars, old boats and old airplanes will cause you grief. It usually isn't a wise move to try to "save" a car. Most wind up in a junk yard when their new owners find that it costs much more than they ever imagined to repair. I've said it before but it is so true - THE BEST MONEY YOU WILL SPEND IS THE FIRST MONEY YOU SPEND. Buy a car that is ready to go from the first drive, then maintain it like it was your best friend. It will be.