[mrnickleye]

So ends the saga of "sleepyeyedmkiii".

It happens ! More often that it should. The wrecking yards are full of these stories.

I looked back the other nite while lying in bed, and realized I've owned 52 cars and trucks. Only one was brand new, a Camry (great car, 3.5 yrs of nothing but oil changes).

Buying a used vehicle means sometimes you are purchasing someone else's trouble mobile. Some are worth the $$$, others aren't even worth the price of a tow. Many times you won't find out till it breaks down on you, usually when you're out on a date with that new girl. (very impressive !!)

I have always told people to get a professional mechanic to look the vehicle over before buying it. They can give you an estimate of any needed repairs. Then you will know what you need to fix to enjoy it. Or walk away from a bad deal.

My old chineese proverb saying is: "Man made it, so it will break !!! (man needs to sell parts to feed family)"........