1989 VanagonGL
Well, unfortunately I did not heed my low coolant level indicator light
and suffered the consequences. According to the gauge the engine was not
overheating. None the less I fried the motor. Crankcase oil was burnt and
zero compression.

I have agreed to have the motor replaced and am curious if $3000-$3500 is
reasonable. This will of course include labor(it had better) and at least
a 1 year warranty perhaps more.

Doing this every 3 years doesn't trouble me as much as having to buy one
of the new boring, nondescript, uninventive, typical looking, over
priced, Eurovans.

Any comments?