Some of you might recall my recent post asking for input on RX-8s, being that I need a sensible car. Welllll, the thing is, I came across a 91 M5 for relatively cheap (5k). Paint is great, interior is very good, tires good, generally v. clean. The teeny problem is that as is common with these cars, the 3rd gear synchro is busted. The seller is unclear as to whether the car is driveable currently... I don't think I have the minerals to rebuild the tranny myself...can pick up a used one for $1500 which, if this is the only problem with the car, makes it a pretty affordable performer. That said, who knows what else could be wrong with it...maintenance records are sparse, but these cars are, except for trannys, reputed to be bullet proof. Am I absolutely insane to buy my way into a dysfunctional relationship? Is there heartbreak ahead?
Thoughts? Condolences.
