I would probably do it myself to save on the labour, but that depends on you having the required tools, space and skills to do it.
If your pushed to get a car for the wife get her a 500 quid special with rent and test on it till you fix your car then punt the temp car.
If all thats too much hassle then perhaps ask A8 parts what they would give you.
I know it needs head gaskets but the likely hood is they would strip the engine anyway.
Best of luck man.
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