Need2Ski69: Max can read autocad files, and i also have autocad, so you can send me those no problem.
canadianskigod: 3D max takes a bit of learning to get a hang of, but its great once you do. At first, all you can do is make premade shapes likes speres and cubes, and you wonder how its all done, A few good tutorials and books should get you there. Iv been using max since about 4 years ago, when i first used it to make levels for motocross madness. Max will cost you about $2000, maybe less if your a student, but keep in mind that it is not all you need to make games and such, it is modeling/animation software. Im sure you can find someone who has it or a place you can get it for free, because 2 grand is a bit steep. Im just happy my dad got it for me.
Also, on the game, There is a 60-70 percent chance of this all working out, so , in the unfortunate event that everything doesnt pull through, dont kill me!! Id rather not release anything than a low quality, substandard game.
-Mike
Viva La Resistance!