Recommendations for VX-experienced mechanics in Colorado??

[Kizmitten]

You could try and talk this guy down to a reasonable price and replace the engine.
http://denver.craigslist.org/aos/4382600972.html

I saw that one, and was certainly considering it. From what I could tell so far, a replacement engine looks to run about $3k... Does that seem to be in line with other people's experiences?