Don't forget there have been at least three used 2.1 engines for sale on the list in the last few weeks, all for under $1000. That is your best option!
Dave Ohlemacher wrote: > > Lots of you kind folks responded with cries of "Put a new engine in!" > > Here's the breakdown of the costs: > > VW Dealership = $4600 > Local VW place = $3400 > Not so local VW place = $3500 > > I have to eat the core charge due to the nice hole in the engine block, that > adds $400-$1100 to the price (yes, the $1100 is the dealership core charge), > the short block runs from $1800-$2600, misc parts, shipping and labor is the > rest. > > So since we paid less than $3000 for the van to start off with, I just can't > see putting that back into it. > > A couple thoughts on our Vanagon experience: > Would I do it again? - you bet'cha! > Would get one without AC! > Syncro would be cool. > Years I like best -86-91 > > So that being said, anyone have one for sale? > > Dave > Dayton, OH -- Stuart MacMillan Manager, Case Program 800-909-8244 ext 208 Getting your share of the Net yet? http://www.cobaltgroup.com http://www.casedealer.com/demo http://www.caseihdealer.com/demo |
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