Driving stick is easy to learn. I even managed to teach my girlfriend.

Taking off the back is easy, they came with detachable tops to avoid an SUV tariff back in the '80s.

The 4 cylinder engine is perfectly fine. They are reliable, easy to work on, and plenty of aftermarket parts easy found.

It sounds like a great rig. Assuming is checks out with the VIN I would snatch it up.