How hard is a DIY engine swap? Special tools needed?

[C@lvin]

Calvin,

Run a Kijiji search in your area, and see what you can find. Alternatively, car-part.com shows a bunch in my area, with prices ranging from $2499 down to $300. I have no idea what they are smoking expecting $2499, as the bulk of the engines are in the $450-$700 range. Run a similar search in your local, and see what you find. If you've got a local reputable recycler, that'd be a good place to start if you don't buy a whole car.

thanks for the sources. I'll check those out.