Power and Efficiency

[robotix]

I prefer the donor, as it is much less expensive and most are basic driver motors that still have half of their life left. Also, with a donor motor and transmission, you will get the accessories in most cases, all of the brackets, ECM, wiring harnesses, bolts, transmission parts (converter if automatic, or clutch components if manual). Install it, run it and drive it until it's worn out, then do a basic rebuild. Crate motors are great if you have a lot to spend, dont get me wrong, but if you are on a budget, the donor set up is a great route.

Lol. My newbie questions continue. I'm looking at a max of 30k all in all, and I've got a time restraint that's just as important, if not more; I'm looking at about 6 months max.
Should I just look at a new vehicle? I really love the 60's muscle cars, but I've GOT to have it built before college (I graduate this year) and if I can't finish it before the summer, I'd be in for some trouble.