My setup is on the expensive side, because I had to go through two engines. That, and i've invested in some good parts too. Hopefully i'll get my money's worth.
Here is a basic idea of what I got. I would recommend many of these parts, and find them for cheaper too:
First 2.3 Motor: $450
Second 2.3 Motor (good head, new pistons and rods, vatted, bored .020 over, painted): $375
Big VAM: $36
Volvo Intercooler: $82 (probably could've gotten it for cheaper)
LA2 computer: $55
35lb/hr injectors: $50
Walbro 255lph fuel pump and Kirban adjustable fuel pressure regulator: $219
All new gaskets (minus the felpro 1035, which I can't find!!!!!!) $50
There are some other item in there like towing, emblems, etc. but you probably won't have to worry about that. The total i've spent so far is $1600. Yeah, that's alot, but that's because of my mistakes, nievety, and laziness to find cheaper prices. I still need a blow off valve, boost controller, clutch, exhaust, new intake manifold, and ducting. Looks like i'm another $700-$800 away from getting this done.