First of all Hello to everyone from Sanford not far from Orlando. This is my first post but I've been reading this forum for over two years now. I may have posted under another name but can't remember it. Long story short after being a Porsche fan for years I now am addicted to Volvos. So far I've had a 85 240 SW, 96 850 SW, 96 960, 99 V70, and a totally modified 260 hp 94 850 Turbo with over $7000 in upgrades, which I am in the process of selling right now, If I still have it after the weekend it'll probably end up on Orlando Craigslist.
My issue today is that I've just bought a 2001 S40 with engine noise but my mechanic says that there is a hole in the block by number 4 cylinder and the engine is not repairable. Car has 87K, new Michelins and a nice stereo, so if I can put in a used engine for a total cost of $1200-1500 it pays for me to keep the car, if not I'll have to sell it as-is and or put it on ebay and if I can get $3000 I'll be happy..
What would you do? Any and all inputs will be appreciated.. Thanks..