Well a $14,000 Delorean will be (at least should be if someone is asking that price) in OK condition. If and when you do find a car you want to purchase I highly recomend you swing on by Rob's place for him to give it a once over so your not stuck with a headache. Chances are if it's a NY/NJ car, Rob probably worked on it and may have paperwork on it. As for maintinance, the D is like any other car. Regular oil changes, tune ups, fluid changes, etc...just like any other ole' car. The Delorean is a fun car to work on, I tore mine down to the last bolt on the car 4 years ago (including the engine and tranny) and have been restoring it on my own since, it's what keeps my sanity in check and it's relaxing and gives me a sense of accomplishment when I finish assembling another part of the car. I'm hoping to have it on the road this spring (people who know me know I've said that EVERY spring..lol) but I am very close to this spring. Steve