[97EldoCoupe]

Good point Urbanski. There are many members of this site who own all kinds of different makes/models of cars in addition to their Caddy- but most of us have one thing in common, we're proud of our 'Lacs.

No- they're not perfect. Yes- they have some flaws and some common points of failure. But that's why we have tools and people who know how to use them (including so many knowledgeable/skilled DIYers).

I have found a solution to the HG/bolt pulling problem that will allow EVERY block to be re-used and it's relatively low-cost and a good, durable repair. Even where inserts wouldn't work the studs will. I have yet to find a block (besides cracked ones) that I cannot use.

Lebowski could have had the problem permanently fixed (by that I mean an estimated 8-10+years trouble free HGs) for a reasonable cost, and still would have had a car with value and style. Instead of complaining about it, get it fixed either with a quality insert or studs, and enjoy the Northstar power plant.

I could see trading it for an LS1 T/A or Camaro, a Vette, a Benz, a BMW, a Lexus, Audi, a Mustang, Lincoln, Mark VIII (yes Destroyer you ditched your Deville but you still bought a car with class) but not a Beetle. I am a GM guy through and through. If it's not made by GM, I don't plan on buying it. But even a Ford Crown Vic would have been a big step up from a Beetle.