When looking at the price of a rebuilt engine for my 1969 Volkswagen Squareback, the best price I found for complete engine was $2630. Including the tools I would need it would bring my total to $3000. If I keep my monthly income and expenditures the same I will be able to put aside $250 a month for my engine fund (assuming the same engine is available and the price stays the same). It would take me 12 months to save up the funds needed to purchase the rebuilt engine.
Many VW enthusiasts learn the best places to get the most economical deals when looking at auto parts. This requires doing a lot of Internet shopping and price comparisons.
Basic Tips:
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Order everything you need at the same time in order to cut back on shipping costs.
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Junk yards are great places to look for parts, you can save a lot of money.
*Must Have: How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive- A manual of step-by-step procedures for the complete idiot. By John Muir. This is a great resource to have, it even includes hand drawn pictures, easy to understand.
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