thanks for the replies guys...

And yes, her SE was a 4 banger. The V6 is obviously much stronger & hopefully just as reliable as the Honda 4 cyclinders they are so famous for. I would like to drive the price even lower, but about $13K is about all he's going to go down to, they are asking $13.9K. Retail value according to NADA & Edmunds looks like at least $16K so I don't want to push my luck.

She is also looking at a certified '00 Infinity G20 with 26K miles for about $14.5 (asking $16K+) that will be warranteed due to the certification up to 5 years or 72K miles which will give her peace of mind. The G20 is a 4 Cycl. aout 145HP similiar to the Honda 4 before the new '03 model. Tough decision....