Simple mate: There are a lot of other cars in better condition..
My car is 10 years old, and the seals are in perfect condition, with no cracks at all..
You just gotta be picky and find another car..
But if you were to replace the seals, it wouldnt cost that much, if u just get a local guy to do it..
So what car are you lookin at?? What you mean, i can now afford after 15years??
If its a doddy yard, and you dont feel comformtable, isnt it a simple answer.. try somewhere else??