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I am considering the purchase of a Mark VIII. What should I look for?

As always, having a trusted mechanic go over the vehicle is a good idea, especially one familiar with the Mark VIII. This is a rare bear, though, so you may look for these Mark VIII specific trouble spots.
Leaking suspension. Check the vehicle after it's been sitting overnight. Is one corner or one end of the car completely down on the suspension?
Transmission shudder. On light acceleration, does the transmission 'shudder', as though you were driving over 'rumble strips' when shifting from 3rd to 4th gear? If so, this may indicate a failing torque converter (worst case scenario) or transmission fluid breakdown.
Brake vibration. The rotors are susceptible to warping, so this may be a 'bargaining chip'. Driveshaft vibration. Try taking the car on a smooth road and run it up to 75-80 mph. If there is vibration, this may also be a 'bargaining chip'. Read below in Transmission for more information.
Startup rattle. The secondary cam tensioners are a known trouble spot. They will often rattle on the first few seconds after sitting overnight.
Yet another 'bargaining chip' If you have chrome wheels, look under the center cap for bubbling in the chrome finish. This seems to affect the cars exposed to salted winter roads.
Check the rear swaybar, some members have reported cracked swaybars, due to corrosion in the hollow bar.

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