I'll take a stab at the weight and say it's between 12,500 and 14,000 pounds.
As for inspecting, it's just like any other car or truck you buy. Check the tries, check for water in the oil, look for bare wires, see if the Master Cylinder has fluid...if it's empty you can bet it will need brake work. Check the radiator for anti-freeze, etc.
Hope this helps!
Let us know how the road trip home goes...we love a good story!
Mike B
