By Maria Roberts


In the event of a car breaking down in most cases a simple fix can get it back on the road without too much money being spent. In more serious cases the motor may need replacement and this can be very expensive. A cheaper alternative is to choose rebuilt engines rather than a brand new factory unit.

It may be that not the entire unit is damaged; replacing just the block, casings or head may solve your problem. Factory supplied units can run to thousands of dollars, so simply replacing the damaged component could save a small fortune. Replacements will range in price depending on the component required to fix the fault.

Your local repair shops may offer a rebuilding service and you can ask about their charges to look for the best prices. The internet offers an alternate solution as companies can ship ready built engines or part blocks. In this case you will not need to send away your own block and may be a better option for your repair.

In most cases after having a unit rebuilt they will be covered by a guarantee and this will either be mileage based or time. The guarantee is normally approximately ten to one hundred thousand miles or 36 months to 60 months depending on their particular terms. Any buyer of a rebuilt unit should be mindful that any future work on it may have to e carried out by the rebuilding company as to avoid invalidating the cover offered.

A rebuild is by far a cheaper way to get a vehicle back on the road but it is worth noting that if it is not original it can affect the resale value. Also with a classic vehicle some clubs may not allow it to be entered into competition after changes. Insurers will also need to be notified as the serial numbers of the block will be different to the ones currently on record.

A rebuilt engine for a popular make and model of vehicle should be fairly straight forward to source and cost from as little a fifteen hundred dollars. Obviously if you own a rare model or older vehicle then sourcing will be more difficult and costly. Motor clubs and enthusiasts are good places to glean information and advice.

When sending a motor away for a rebuild it is worth taking time to think about who will extract it and how it will be shipped. This task can be performed in the home workshop but it is a better option to have a qualified mechanic to do this. Many special tools and lifting equipment may be needed and safety procedures observed.

Once the block has been extracted you can contact shipping companies to compare prices. Normally they charge by weight and for a large block this can be expensive. Many companies who offer rebuilding services include this cost in the price so that is another factor to consider when pricing the overall job. Once you have chosen the service check the item or items are packaged securely to avoid possible damage and make sure the courier have insurance which will cover any loss in transit.




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