Well on the plus side, it was a 964, so maybe you can use the insurance $ to buy a *pretty* 911 now ;-)

Too soon? Sorry, probably too soon ! I feel for you, actually, kudos for admitting to it ! I always leave a gear, too, but that can create its own set of problems ( I may have dented a garage door once).

Donor drive train for a liteweight SC.....

keep the plate, put the driveline in a Vanagon and chalk it all up to destiny.