Re: alfa-digest V7 #1488

[Alfisto@domain.elided]

164 questions

I have the opportunity to buy a 91 164L for a song. Probably more like a hymn 
- - praying that there is nothing more seriously wrong with it. It has 130K 
miles with v.g. body and int., AT, leather, sunroof, spoiler etc.  Supposedly 
is in good condition however I have not yet seen the car.
The following problems are known.
1. "Clicking" noise coming from motor/tranny area which mechanic said was the 
flex plate.
2. Auto tranny does not work in "D"  - i.e. it shifts too early.. Driver 
starts in 1 and moves it up. (never had oil or filter changed perhaps ?)
3. No timing belt change or other records
4. Trunk release does not work. It clicks but does not release. (Does the 164 
have a hidden rear seat pull like a Milano?)
5. Likewise the gas filler door has just crapped out and does not release 
from dash button. Sounds like these last items could be relay or ground 
problems.
6. Uses some oil - about 1 qt. every 5 to 600 miles.
7. Cruise control does not work. (I rarely cruise...)
Roughly, what would above items 1, 2 and 3 cost to fix in SF Bay Area.?
8. Heater fan works but no hot air to w/shield.
9. Rear window buttons don't work (sounds like lots of poor grounds 
everywhere)

For a real beauty (as well as a bargain) which is for sale, please see 
following post.

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