Real world swap cost

Saw a local guy selling a complete set-up for $1800... still thinking if I can swing it.

That seems a bit high, you should be able to get everything for under a grand.

I agree with the others above. Make sure it is what you want before you start and if you are going to convert it, use factory parts and make it look correct and you won't hurt the value. Yes it is a matching numbers car but I think there are more people that would prefer a 4 gear than an auto.