I really don't recommend going through all that hassle of a rebuilt etc.

Get a lower mileage used motor. I'm telling you. Other shit on the car is going to break in time and you don't need to be paying almost what the car is worth just to have it running again. Hell, a bunch of people on here who don't even work at these shops can lift that bitch out with a hoist and slap a newer one in on the same day. It's not that difficult. I'm just trying to help you save your money.