Ok, scenerio time. I have little to no knowledge about rebuilding engines, but still have a love for cars. I would like to buy a beat up old car (not sure what kind, i live in Wyoming the choices are limited), drop an engine in it, fix it up and have something to be proud of. I was wondering what the general opinion of crate motors is. I have been looking around, and have faound a few 300+ hp 350 motors for around 2,000. I was also wondering if this is too high or two low. SO, any advice that you can give would be appreciated

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1992 Grand am
2.3 sohc
tops out at 100
3 speed auto
absolutely worthless