Stacey this definately looks like a better car to go with. the guy appears to be pretty forward and has good records...those are things that should make you feel more comfortable. Id say 3-to 3.5k would be fair pending the problems are only what he says. I'd make him an offer with cash...sounds odd but if you show someone 3k in cash in this world of plastic, checks, and electronic funds it will have some impact (unless the guy works at a bank). For a good price comaprison look at the one PITKID is selling. That thing is in damn fine shape he's asking 5k, if the guy wants more than 3500 save, scrounge, beg, borrow....and buy his.

did he say how many miles on the tranny?