noob needs help with mileage - only 10 MPG!

Swapping an engine in these old cars is not that hard. They're pretty simple and access is easy. The rebuild will cost a lot more than the swap.


Absolutely correct. $100 for a running engine? You really can't go wrong. Plus, the guy is selling a lot of the peripherals which would be good to have. Even if you grab it just to have the parts on hand you'd be dollars ahead. $100 towards a complete rebuild is like a drop in the ocean. I'd grab both pieces if you can.

Probably be a days' work for a competent tech.