Im a university student at Michigan and just got my hands on a deal for a corolla. I love cars, but had to settle with something economical, and reliable. Found a great person letting go of their 125k mile corolla that drives with a few problems, but problems I don’t think defeats the great price he’s offering me for excellent millage. Its the 1.8, 4 cylinder LE spec.

Problems:

1. Engine mounts - car shakes like crazy when stationary or at turns (ok when neutral)

2. O2 sensor (likely) - mpg dropped, and engine light comes on every two to three weeks. He doesn’t know how to replace it himself but will be providing a new O2 sensor. (He said: “fuel system runs lean”)

I can handle the O2 sensor myself, but would like to know if anyone can suggest an estimated cost to fix up the car. I just wanna prepare myself financially.

Hope that someone can help out!