Buying a 1994 Ford Ranger with 470,000 kms?

[nobb]

So I've been looking for a cheap beater truck to learn how to drive stick and I came across a 1994 Ford Ranger 2wd listed for $550. I offered $300 and the lady accepted. I have arranged to go see the truck tomorrow.

The lady says the truck is in good running condition (does not burn or leak oil) with new tires, new U-joints, new wiper motor, new heater motor, and a new battery. The only disadvantage is that the truck does have a little over 470,000 kms so Im wondering if you guys could suggest what things I should be looking out for tomorrow when I go check out the truck? I know these are tough little trucks, but is it 470,000 km tough?

I only want to keep the truck around long enough to learn how to drive manual, but who knows...I might keep it a few months to daily-drive it or probably go take it out for a few off-roading runs.

 

[PottedMeat]

heh those new parts are probably worth more than $300

 

[nobb]

Yup and I think the government here has a program where they give you $150 to retire an old ride. I just dont want to risk the truck breaking down in the middle of the street and having to foot a tow bill.

 

[Tristicus]

You're wanting to learn stick.
You can fuck that transmission up in one day and you'll get your money's worth out of it...don't even have to register the thing/insure/etc.
And if you get 10k out of it, you'll be doing amazing.

 

[thedarkwolf]

I think if it starts and moves under its own power you can't go wrong for $300. If it breaks down at some point just leave it .