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[dav9515]

Ouch! that doesn't sound good. What were the symptoms? Noises, smoke, grinding, fluids pouring out? I imagine if the engine was seized you would have experienced something of significance besides just a flashing cell.

[Oldcarguy]

Like many others have said, you need to do more problem determination before writing off your engine! Have your mechanic follow the advice here and in other threads. Check out the lady with the AOS problem and other similar threads.

Best wishes for a good result.