any initial impressions?

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    I'd want to triple check it's just the alignment/inflation that caused the wear pattern on the tires.
     
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    AKA, have an alignment done 3rd party (on their time?)
     
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    Good call! Didn't really pay attention to that. I'll ask about that when he emails back and forgot to ask him for a history report and if the car was modified. Just if there was any mechanical issues, timing belt/water pump change, and any unusual noises coming from the engine, and if they offered warranties. Looked up the reviews for the dealer, and all the reviews said they were pretty stand up there in the used car department.
     
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    carfax said damage in 2011...
    Accident reported
    Vehicle involved in a sideswipe collision
    Involving left side impact
    with another motor vehicle
    Left side primarily damaged
    Minor damage reported

    Gotta get some more info on this one :p
     
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    that's what I suspected... I've seen some cars that never quite aligned right... ended up being a bent lca that still bolted up/looked fine. But was just far enough off that it could never hold a factory spec alignment. I'd try to find out more about the accident (damage reported, damage fixed, alignment specs after, whether it needed/was put on a frame rack, etc...). Could be something, could be nothing.
     
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