man, 1500 bucks for an SDL. even if it takes 3k to get i going, dont these cars normally go for 7-8k?? and on top of that, youd have an accomplishment to be proud of, and an engine that you KNEW was going to run for a long time. i'd go for it, but keep in mind this is coming from someone who hasn't even driven/owned that car
Ryn

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83 300SD.......sold
96 integra SE....sold
99 a4 quattro....sold
2001 IS300.......sold
2002 330i.........current.
2004 highlander limited....current.