Yes, I can and will do all repair myself. Have built, rebuilt many engines, transmission, rear ends...

The engine over heated and timing belt broke. I will get more details when I pick it up in a day or two. I have not had a chance to tear into the engine yet. It looks like I can get an engine for $800-1000. Put in new timing belt, tensioner, waterpump, rear main seal and should be good for a long time. Always try to get a used engine out of a wrecked car - that way I know it was running. Never any guarantees.

If the valves got into the pistons, which is what happens with interference engines, I assume pistons will need to be replaced. I have found in the past that a good used engine is usually cheaper than rebuilding. Even when I do it myself.

When I get the head off and it only looks like valves and a head, then I can go that route. If not, I want to get an complete engine and want to which ones will work.

My cross referencing only shows a 98 to work, but I expect the basic configuration was the same for a couple of years with only minor changes. If I end up putting an engine in, I want it to be right the first time.

My wife is jealous of my garage time and try to keep it to a minimum. As we say down south, If Momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy.

Thanks for the great input.