Miles vs. $

[Andrew Buc <72220.443@compuserve.com>]

Since I'm at least a year and half away from being able to afford an Audi, 
this question is for future reference. But I'll reproduce the relevant 
classifieds (from the Seattle _Times_) in case anyone's interested:
 
'85 4000--5sp, sunroof, AC, 97K miles, good body. $3500. (206) 715-5291.
 
'85 4000--Loaded. High miles. $1400. (206) 454-6188.
 
My question is: is there a fudge factor as to how much you should deduct for 
mileage on a 4k? The 2nd ad obviously isn't real informative, and the 
proverbial "all other factors" may not be equal, but I could certainly check 
out the 2 cars if I were a serious buyer at this time.
 
Getting a car for $1400 instead of $3500 has a certain appeal, but I have to 
wonder if I might be putting another $2100 into it in the next couple years. 
Your thoughts?
 
--Andrew Buc, Seattle, WA; Internet: 72220.443@compuserve.com