By Kenneth Adams


When your car breaks down in some cases the problems can be serious and having a mechanic carry out repairs will not solve the problem. If it is a serious failure it may be necessary to replace the engine and this can often be costly. A cost effective way around this is to look for rebuilt diesel engines as opposed to a brand new unit.

In a lot of cases the failure could only need a partial replacement and may just be a head or engine block that is needed. With a factory new motor costing thousands of dollars having a part of the motor rebuilt is a cheaper option. Small repairs can cost as little as 700 dollars and this will rise depending on the type of failure.

Most auto engineers will be able to offer you a rebuild option and it is advisable to obtain as many prices as you can to get the best price. Many web based companies will offer these services and most will have power plants ready to fit in exchange for your old one plus a fee. In a lot of cases it can be cheaper to buy a reconditioned one and not send in the old one for a rebuild.

In the majority of cases after having a unit rebuilt, it will be covered by a warranty. This is normally ten to a hundred thousand miles or 3 to 5 years depending on their terms. Buyers of a rebuilt motor should be mindful that future work on it will probably have to be carried out by the rebuilding firm to avoid invalidating the cover they offer.

Using the cheaper option of a full rebuild is friendly on the pocket but it may affect the future resale value of your vehicle. It is worth noting that if you intend to show a car it might be disqualified for not having its original engine. Your insurers will also need to be told of any changes if they keep the serial numbers on file.

Rebuilt units for most common vehicles will range in price from around 1500 dollars to 6000 dollars. Engines for a rare classic or vintage car will cost more due to the fact that spares will be harder to find and not all mechanics work on older cars. If the vehicle is an older model it can be worth seeking the advice of a motoring club or organization for some expert advice.

If your old unit has to be sent for rebuilding there are a few of things to consider such as who will extract it from your car. Many amateur mechanics will be able to take out an engine but it is better to have a professional technician to do this. Special tools may often be required and the correct equipment should always be used to avoid any accidents.

When you are pricing shipping costs be aware that couriers will charge by the weight of the box and with engines this could be costly. Many firms do offer free shipping both ways but this will have to be factored into the price. Always make certain that everything is well packaged to prevent damages in transit and use a reliable courier that provides insurance.




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