1997 honda, thrown rod, how much if i sold as is...?
 

I have a 1997 Honda civic Ex. It started to make a rattle noise in the engine, after trying to eliminate the cheaper possibilities we took it to the auto shop and found out that it thew a rod and we need to get a new engine; however, I'm a bit skeptical to just replace the engine, cause that would cost us anywhere from 2-3 grand, and I am afraid its just not worth putting that much into it. I just dont want to put that much into it and turn around and need to replace other things on it, and it become a money pit. I am looking for advice on what I may be able to sell it as is. The condition of the car is wonderful, no major body or interior damage, the car has been modified (was when i bought it). Here is a picture of my honda, with it having a thrown rod what would be a resonable price to ask for it. http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q...g?t=1187901293 thanks in advance

The car looks to be in great shape.It is a shame to have to get rid of the car.You can probably get $ 1000.00 . You can probably find a auto repair shop that would buy it because they could fix it them self. If you really like the car you can buy an inexpensive, used Japanese engine ,from Japan and have someone install it cheaper than repairing the current engine. Good Luck!