Tralina, i'd keep looking.
for 17k you can get something much nicer.
much older
made of steel and american muscle
http://www.carsforsale.com/used_cars...ro_149240393_5
i payed 16k for mine (67 camaro SS), but had to replace the motor for the windshield wipers, and sadly mine is sporting a 350 instead of the 396. paint yours factory blue, give it white RS stripes (even though its not an RS) and then we'll match. power steering is for sissies.
also have had my 03 trailblazer since december of 02. may i suggest to everyone to NEVER buy a brand new car off the lot. worst mistake / waste of money ever.
that said,
"Chevy, like a rock!"