Should I Buy A '92 Es 300 For $3100

[biggersmaller]

The engine is smoking, because the previous owner didn't put anti-freeze in the car (she was old). The trany, and radiator was replaced last year. The head-gasket will probably have to be repaired soon, so I was wondering if anyone has had that type of repair done on their ES 300, and how much it costs.

Should I buy this car?

[NeiLtYmE]

look for another one man

[philbe1]

engine smoking? sounds like more then just antifreeze. Head gasket replacement? is it the head gasket or the valve cover gasket? Valve cover gaskets are much easier to replace. but i would also say look for another one. maybe a more recent year like a 94 on up. its crazy cuz older folks usually take more care of their cars. I know my second car i bought in '98 was a '84 buick Lesabre and it only had 74K miles on it. but if its smoking BEWARE.

[amf1932]

Forget About It!! :chairshot:

[SKperformance]

i wouldn;t buy a 92-93 even if it was not smoking.

[Lexusfreak]

Agreed! Find a newer ES & one that's been better looked after with all service records. In the long run, it's the best way to go even if it's cost you a bit more at the start. B)