high mileage mustang?

[88Nightmare]

I have an opportunity to get a higher mileage 1997 mustang 5 speed with the 4.6L SOHC motor. Car has about 170k miles. I haven't looked at it or driven it yet but is this something that should be avoided or could it be a decent vehicle? Just looking for something to drive. What are some things I should look for with that kind of mileage? What are some potential problems of a higher mileage 4.6 motor? What kind of mileage are those cars good for? I'm primarily looking for something just to last me a year, maybe two years tops. Any info is appreciated :thumbsup

[DurtyKurty]

Assuming it's hasn't been neglected, the only thing that seems to wear out on the engine are the chain guides. But those usually make it well past the 200k mark. Good cars, just underpowered (relatively speaking).

[GTSLOW]

Was gonna say prolly timing chain(s).

[88Nightmare]

Well I'm not looking to modify it at all. Just looking for a cheaper daily driver with some of the niceties of a newer car (power windows locks etc...) and isn't entirely boring to drive