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"RUN FOREST RUN"!!!!
$9,000. no way.....I mean no disrespect, but I wouldn't give you a grand for that car.
You'll end up regretting the purchase & will be dumping thousands into it (regardless of what your buddy mechanic says or does).
Listen to what all the knowledgable board members are telling you.
There are cars available in much better shape that won't eat your wallet to get them running & in decent shape. Keep looking, you should be able to pick up a decent 86 or 87 intercooler model for that price.