Update: Like I said I kind of gave up on ebay but didn't give up on a good deal. My wife and I drove all over the place comparing prices and deals that dealers and private sellers were offering us. We now own are the proud owners of a 1998 Eddie Bauer Expedition. It has 80,000 miles which is high but it rides real nice and has no oil leaks at all so were optimistic. We got it for 15,000 out the door so all in all were happy.
I just wanted to let you guys know that and I really appreciate all the ideas. Maybe I'll try ebay another time but it will definitely have to be something I can see and drive. Happy Holidays everyone.
Later, James