Just a thought:
 
If this engine isn't running, and the seller says it needs a cam belt and tensioner, and it's an interference engine ...... isn't it possible that all the valves have been driven into the piston tops as a result of a running-engine-belt-failure?
 
Pardon my paranoia but I just had that happen to my TIICO (an interference engine) a month ago.
 
Bob ..... having an EJ22 installed this week .... a non interference engine, and with 10+ more HP than that Passat motor.
 
 
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