For anyone considering an RX-8 purchase from Rupert in Australia

 $2100.00 engine cost
  $128.00 shipping from Australia to Michigan
   $55.00 customs fees and related paperwork
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 $2283.00 total cost

Engine shipped from Australia on Feb. 26 and arrived in Mich. April 10
Engine looks brand new. Seems to have everything except bell housing and exhaust manifold
Randy