Water pump failure 75 CDT - dilemma

Hi

I've just been told that my squealing water pump has caused so much damage that the engine will need changing.

I was losing coolant, losing heat in the car and the fan belt was making squealing noises.



I called an experienced Rover guy out who listened to the engine running, checked the diagnostics on the dash and the temperature ( 142 degrees ) From this test he concluded that the squealing noise was actually ' metal to metal ' and was causing massive damage to the engine. So bad indeed that a new pump would not work properly - if at all.

NO internal examination has taken place btw.



He claimed I'd need a new engine ( which he just happened to have 2 spare )



I quite like this bloke and have no reason to be distrustful but the difference in price between the two jobs is huge and I just want to make sure this seems reasonable. ( £250 for a pump change and £ 650 for replacement engine and new clutch )



I love the car ( we've had her for years ) and getting something so reliable and safe would be a tall order for the money we have spare.



Any advice welcome and urgently required !!



Thanks

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