UPDATE:
The "parts car" is running. I had never tried to start it (battery was toasted), but jumping it with another car allowed it to fire up and idle without issue...no check engine lights, no overheating. I know the previous owner had someone monkey around with it and I believe the thermostat is removed from the thermostat housing, as the car does not seem to warm up, and I recall seeing a loose thermostat in the junk-filled hatch.
That being said, it appears to be drivable, but I wouldn't trust it for any long distances without further investigation. It just means it can be maneuvered and is not a huge PITA.
The current battery is charging, out of the car, and I will replace it with a reconditioned one if it doesn't come back to life. |