1997 Mazda B4000 4x4/4wd extended cab pickup w/cap, 5 speed manual

Put the word "avocado" somewhere in your response (subject or body) to distinguish yourself from the spam/phishing culprits. I will ignore "Is it still available?" responses. You can ask if it’s still available, but convince me you’re a human, who can read, and is paying attention. 4.0 liter V6, manual transmission, 4x4/4wd, extended cab, 6’ bed, with 163k miles. Has an aluminum cap with work rack on top. Tires are all in good shape. Body is good and solid, with no substantial rust. There are some little dents and dings but nothing significant, and the paint on the hood has some fading. Truck runs and drives well. It is currently being driven regularly. And it has had a lot of work done in the last two years. The only issue, and the reason it is wearing Farm Use plates, is a parking brake issue - the only thing keeping it from a VA State inspection. It is not superficial; the issue is in the rear axle assembly. To get this right, either a rebuild or replacement of the rear end is required. But, the truck operates fine, is a manual so you can park in gear, and replacement parts are pretty cheap and easy to find for this (Mazda B4000 and Ford Ranger are the same truck, and very common). Perfect for farm use, or for someone handy. Perfectly suitable for repair and conversion to daily driver. I’m posting for a friend, so coordinating test drives and inspections will require me connecting you with the owner.