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Do NOT buy, without a LOT more information!

You need to be able to factor in EITHER
  • the cost of removing it, OR
  • the cost of repairing it.

You absolutely should get a quote on removing it: expect to pay for the quote, AND to find that the cost of removal will be surprisingly high.

But to get a meaningful quote on repairing the pool, you MUST get it running and clear. There's simply no effective and complete way to check a pool, including piping, mechanical components and pool surface, without operating it.

You may want to say as much to the bank and suggest that THEY either get it running OR provide a verified pool removal quote. Otherwise, they will ONLY be able to sell he pool to suckers!