I fortunately have people who can help me with this type of ordeal, but I think you could probably find a motor in a junk yard. People don't generally want those motors that much. I have a 92 VX Civic and I'm swaping motors with a 93 Si probably for under 500 bucks, including a new tail light, newer interior, and a better motor. I think a junk yard that deals with salvage vehicles would be a good place to find a used motor with less milage than you currently have; and maybe a few other extras. Then its just a matter of finding some one with some mechanical skills.