1991 Buick Riviera 2D

CWU1357

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1991 BUICK RIVIERA

Hello,
I found a used car deal for the 1991 model of Buick Riviera, its 172050 miles on its digital meter. Today I got it test driven by a friend of mine. After driving for around 5 miles including around 1 mile on highway he told that car is ok for its age and mileage. The car's passenger window does not close completely, its indicator switch has some problem, and the wiper blades do not flush the water.
Kindly let me know how much price should I pay? Also, if you know of any regular problem that this model might be suffering!
Another of my friend told me that for Buick Riviera model generally 150000 miles means its age is over! Though the owner of car says that it runs great and one can even take it to highway. The average miles per gallon is told to be 29miles/gallon in town or highway, its a 6 cylinder car.
Please advice me if I should go for the mechanic chek-up or should I deal further or not?
Your earliest advice and suggestions will be of great help.
Thanks and Regards,
Wu

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That's a lot of miles, although the price is also a factor. My experience says that if you spend less than a $1000 on a car, you'll probably put anothe $1000 into it right away. Not always the case but often enough. Always take a car that is being purchased to your mechanic to look it over.

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