You might also give Metric Motors a call. They're in California and specialize in MB engines strictly. Their number is: 1-800-622-6867. Their prices for longblocks are as follows..

300D non-turbo (longblock) $5,100, (shortblock= no cylinder head) $2,600

Hope this helps!

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Rgds,
Aaron Greenberg
MB technician
Precision Motorcars, Cincinnati, Ohio
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[This message has been edited by Aaron (edited 04-18-2000).]