Shop around - then shop some more

Decide on the type of used engine you need, then check online for the going price. The price will vary depending on the type of used engine you want, the area of the country you live in and the "bells and whistles" you want to include. Remember that you're only pricing the used engine, any installation will add labor charges.

I recommend: Browse through an online catalogue of domestic and import remanufactured engines.

Check specialty engine rebuilding sites

Go online and compare engine rebuilder sites for specialty engines. Specialty engines include remanufactured diesel engines, truck engines and used foreign engines. You'll also find FAQs that can answer your questions at some specialty rebuilt engines sites.

I recommend: Visit Diesel Exchange for help with rebuilt diesel engines, and check online for rebuilt and used import engines.

Know what to expect from a rebuilder

Engine rebuilders all have their own way to build a used engine, however most follow basic standards. These basic standards cover gas engine rebuilds and diesel engine rebuilds. These standards also include how to "break in" a newly rebuilt engine and the rebuilder should inform you how to "break in" the newly refurbished engine.

I recommend: Visit AERA, the American Engine Rebuilders Association, for accepted standards in remanufactured engines and learning how to "break in" a newly rebuilt engine.