Make damn sure the check engine light doesn't throw any codes if you have to do a sfaety inpection where you are. Mine does because of a torque converter code, tranny feels fine, but it will take a couple bucks to fix it.

Check for rust in the usual behind the rear wheel area.

Other than that my 96 LX has been pretty good. Bought it with 195,000 miles and a blown motor. Replaced that with one with 150,000 and it's been a decent car. Parts aren't bad if anything goes anyway.
The previous owner didn't know what maintainance was and it's still a decent car. If you find a well maintained one, you'll be happy.