Opinion needed for purchase of 98 Tacoma

I am thinking of buying a 98 Tacoma at less than $1000. It is 140 miles away with 30 miles down hill mountain highway.

2.4L 2x4 basic Tacoma, automatic, 157k, w/6'2" bed and can.
Haven't had the transmission checked but it takes awhile to get into gear. It was leaking fluid but seems to have slowed.

It starts fine but when you first get going it seems like it's in low gear. It needs a lot of rpms to get down the street, but then starts doing better over time.

Body damage from a front-end collision, had to replace the AC condenser and radiator. Hood stays shut but is tricky to open. Front fenders are slightly bent. Front turn signals, grill, and bumper are gone.

Is the transmission issue easy fix?

Thanks

 

I'd pass on it unless your wallet is fat

 

if she was $100 I would take the chance but a grand with transmission issues... pass.

 

Totally would pass. That’s not worth it.

You won’t like the single cabs if you’re tall.

For comparison, I paid $600 for my v6 5-Speed Ext. Cab.

 

Pass,just to make it a reliable truck going to cost you another grand.