http://orlando.craigslist.org/tls/878848616.html

found this and was wondering if the experts think it would suit my needs.

I have a road race car, plus older DD's, and do all my own work (except for welding )
I was planning on learning on my own...did a little welding 20 yrs ago at a farm/shop.
Most of the jobs will be welding sheet metal between 1/4 inch plate/gussets on frame/brackets, etc. to welding exhaust tubing...pretty much anything to do with a car.

Is this a welder that would serve me well? What kind of disadvantages to this type of welder?

 

i think this will suit you fine, i use a lincoln 170 and i think this 175 is the new version. for an auto guy your good. retails around 750-800 brand new last time i checked. for your everyday, its fine

it wouldn't hurt to talk them down of course. -only being a cheapskate