gazzerr
30k budget for cost of ownership, really? yikes!
Unfortunately getting a ppi done in time will be difficult.
For what it's worth the engine has not been rebuilt, however a lot of maintenance has been done by the seller. The transmission, and shifter assembly have been rebuilt.
Carrera chain tensioners, and turbo valve covers have been done.
The catalytic converter is indeed present, and the emissions system in working.
Does this make it any less of a gamble?
Thanks for all the information!!