WTB: 7AFE, I need a new engine for '94 ST Options

[jvaudio]

Hello

The engine on our 94 ST finally died on me (270k+), and the rest of the car is in good shape. I was hoping to either pick up a 7AFE to put in the vehicle to replace the one that died or to at least get an idea of a reasonable price that one should expect to pay.

I have trolled this forum for quite some time, and found people to be incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. I have talked with a local mechanic who said that I could get one from a junkyard installed for about $1100. Since I was just trying to get a ballpark idea, I didn't probe further. He is a good mechanic though, so I trust that that is roughly the final cost. Is this reasonable? Is putting in a junkyard engine worth it? I commute 150 miles each day, and driving the SUV is killing my wallet.

Thanks for any advice or input!

:-)