>Another engine worth considering is the GM 2.8l
>V-6 used in many camaros,(mid-late 80's).  This engine with the tuned port
>injection makes about 160HP and is very torquey.  It does about 25mpg hwy 
or
>better in camaro.  Very cheap to keep,(<$1800.00 brand new).

I couldn't agree more. Rebuilt longblocks are $650 from some shops.
This is the engine in the V6anagon. It's a blast to drive.

Steve Maher   smaher@gi.com   '80 V6anagon w/2.8L V6 Citation engine
                              '71 VW Transporter