Hello to the forum. I am really new here and I am trying to get my parts lined up for my MK4 build. While investigating engines I ran into some issues with price and the overall parts list for drive train. I was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction. Here are my particulars.

1) would like to build the car with a solid engine but not really interested in super horse power, below 300HP is fine with me. This is a street machine, I will not be racing.
2). I would like a crate engine with all the parts already done so all I really have to do is install the engine.
3.) I would like a manual transmission included.
4. I am looking for a standard straight 8.8 rear as well as brakes.
5.) I am looking to spend no more $8,500 to $9,000 if possible.
6.) I am not opposed to a rebuilt block or rear end ,it should just look clean and run great and have new parts on the engine, carb, pistons, water pump etc.
7.) I have contacted several dealers but they want around 11k for a complete setup.

If any of you have a resource or a suggestion it would be greatly appreciated. I live in PA.



Thanks for the help in advance
Kevin