Thanks for the reply. Patience is not a problem, it's getting the job done right for the right price.
I've had one "mustang" guy look at it and he was not willing to put a price on it, saying "exploratory surgery is required". I mean, sure, I understand the unexpected can happen and I'm fine with paying extra so long as its justified. But I don't have a blank cheque to hand over so Im looking for someone with some balls prepared to quote it or at least give me a ballpark price.
Car is on the road, so I can bring it round for a look....????