Hi, as the title states, I am about to buy a T Sport this week and I am not a mechanic lol but I have fair knowledge of the 140 and the oil burn issues, which my now sorn Celica had when I bought him 7 years ago ( small oil leak in the radiator)

What would you guys look for? is there anything specific to a T sport that would flag up as do not touch with a barge poll?

As a female I am very aware that I may over look something as I do not have a complete knowledge base.

I know the lift bolts are easily replaced, and a replacement gear box would cost me round 300, rust can be a problem but how much is too much?