What should I look for?

My Dad is thinking about picking up an Escape and I was wondering what kind of problems he should expect with it.
What are the week points?
What should we look for?
Are they worth it or is there something in the class that is better?

Thanks

The front A arm bushings go out, the brake booster leaks. thats about it. I had one 2001 3.0L v6 4WD best car I ever owned