I've still been watching CL for cars and this TDI has been up for sale numerous times. His price is way above edmunds estimate of $5700, but that seems to be the case with most efficient vehicles these days.
2000 VW Golf TDI 4door 106K 5 speed
If I were to go look at it, are there any tell tale signs of neglect?
Timing belt change shouldn't be a big deal, I can do that myself.