Who isn't?
If a clean body is your primary objective and your budget is that limited I'd suggest you look for a clean 2.slow automatic wagon and swap in an ALH. You could probably find a good gasser with a blown transmission for $2K, but it would cost that much again, most likely, to bring the running gear up to snuff and swap in a TDI. Still, if you're willing to do the work it might be an option.To be honest I would not mind a gas car. I like a challenge. My main objective is to replace my Wagon that a tree fell on last winter. So getting all the running gear together is not a problem. I do all of my own work so that's not an issue either.Who isn't?
That's something I did not think about Oilhammer. I do have a parts car that has pretty much everything in very good condition except the body. So if something is worn out I do have spares.
Agree with you on everything you said and thats why its negotiable. With all the issues maybe $1500 would be top pay for it. Timing belt receipt would be plus if it was ever done LOL. The only good thing this car has is somewhat low mileage however I would double check it.