I feel that with all the info available online and esp. the FSM, as long as you have the do-it-yourself attitude it's not too bad. I was overly intimidated at first when I was pulling the motor but when I have to again I am much more confident. Next pull will be for the turbos though, the costs add up so fast you may think you have the funds now but that can change quickly with this car. I still remember how much cheaper my Camaro was lol. Def go OEM parts or better and nothing inferior. My two cents is all. Exercise patience if you choose to do it yourself hah.