Perhaps if you could post some links or pictures of what you have found, we could collectively assist. I for one do not take it that you are not a "car" guy or that you have the skills necessary to pull this off, rather I think what most are trying to prevail is that Mopars are "different" and many do not really wrap their heads around this until far too late. Given what you said, I am sure that you already understand that you should buy the best car possible for the money you want to spend, and given that this isn't a flip, rather it appears for your own enjoyment then buy the most structurally sound car you can. That said, evidentially you want a resale value or you wouldn't be after a V code car as other than the drive train, numbers and a few minor other items, they are the same as essentially a 6 cyl car. This brings us back full circle, just saying. For the record here, I am not trying to be negative or dissuade you in anyway, just trying to assist and I think part of the point here is that because the Mopar community and hobby is different, some of the things you found "normal" with GM and Ford may not be on this side. Yes, in the end they are all cars, but each brand is treated differently and subsequently has its own personalities. Things that the GM or Ford guys would accept may be shunned by the Mopar world (black engine compartments as an example). I hope you find what you are after and delve into the Mopar hobby with both feet, we need all we can get and are happy to have you.