Renault 1.9 diesel engine Help!

[swh1968]

I have recently bought a 1995 Renault Express Van (Sold at Renault extra in UK) which is fitted with a 1.9 normally aspirated diesel engine. Before I bought it the timing belt had snapped. Rather than repair the engine (I know that there is at least 2 valves damaged) I am considering getting a replacement engine.
The Vin Number is VF1F40R413899185 which indicates the engine type is F40R
The diesel pump fitted is Lucas.
The vehicle is in France and Ive failed to locate a Renault Express engine there, all I get is a Gaellic shrug. I am currently in UK returning soon. My question is `What engines will be a straight swop for my current one` and `If damage is confined to the valves would you suggest justchanging the cylinder head and what cylinder heads will fit?`
Many thanks
Steve

[Le TVR]

A 95 Express should normally be fitted with a F8Q motor 1,9 diesel?

These people should know what may fit if you have an F40R in there:
http://www.motorxchange.fr/culasse-echange-standar...

[swh1968]

Thanks for that, I thought the VIN Number indicated the engine type, will see what they say

[Le TVR]

From what I can see the F40R is what we call the "type mines" or model code. The motor should be F8Q.

[swh1968]

Thanks - Do you know what other vehicles were fitted with F8Q engines identical to my one?
Thanks
Steve

[Sardonicus]

MK1 Clio and the 19 spring to mind for donar engine, but I stand to be corrected

[Le TVR]

It seems that the F8Q was fitted to : Clio 1, Express (Rapid/Extra), R21, Mégane 1, Scénic 1 et Trafic 1.
So it shouldn't be too difficult to find one!

[swh1968]

Thanks Sardonicus and LeTvr for the information, will try and source replacement engine\cylinder head
Steve