rebuild engine cost

An engine rebuild can cost anywhere from “that’s not too bad” to “please pass the smelling salts.” In Australia, the total hinges on engine type, parts quality, and labour rates—plus whether you’re rebuilding, fitting a used donk, or splurging on a new crate.

• Rebuild (typical): 4-cyl $2,500–$6,000; 6-cyl $4,000–$8,000; V8 $6,000–$12,000+ (turbo/diesel can add 20–50%).
• Used replacement engine: $1,500–$6,000 for the unit, plus $1,000–$2,500 fitting and fluids.
• New/crate engine: $5,000–$15,000+ for mainstream models, much more for performance or rare units.

Shop around reputable engine builders, get a written scope (machine work, new internals, warranty), and compare the rebuild total to a good used or new engine—sometimes the “new-to-you” option is the better wallet whisperer.