Could be a bad fuel pressure regulator or a gummed up fuel distributor/injectors.

The fact that it has been at the shop for months to have the drive-line re-done shows the competency of the mechanic. I am not a mechanic by profession, and I can renew the driveline on one of these cars in less than 6-8 hours on my own.

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