So why does the engine-swap myth persist?

Many do it just for the enjoyment.

I'd hazard a guess that people that restore cars don't give 2 turds about the value at the end, the satisfaction is paramount..

If you're watching penny's so religiously i'd say LR ownership isn't for you..

it's for the love of the cars, screw common sense and value..

109SeriesIIA said:

Unless you've messed it up, and on the proviso you're at the lower reaches of 5 figures, I don't think what you've done is all that unwise. You won't be in profit, but you'll not look too silly either.
Could it be sold here?:
https://www.landrovercentre.com/
If so, and it's not covered in homoerotic shonk - obligatory eight-spokes/ wolfs and chequer-plate, you'll be fine.

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Well, no, among Land Rover aficionados, I would be seen as perfectly normal. In the rest of the world, I would probably be seen as completely bonkers. Nor does it come with anything but dents and bruises... so, it stays with me. Well, it will stay with me once it comes back from the garage. Here's a photo. No, the spare wheel isn't on the bonnet, I was hosing the car down, so it came off.