Are reconditioned engines worthwhile?

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Are reconditioned engines worthwhile?

My Ford Galaxy's head gasket has gone. I've been advised to get a replacement engine, but my car is valued at £3,000. Where could I get a replacement reconditioned engine? Is that a better option than selling the car?

Asked on 25 November 2022 by Kathleen Bilton

Answered by Dan Powell

Given the age of your car, I'd question the value of spending £1500 - £2000 on a reconditioned engine. We also get a lot of complaints about reconditioned engines and a bad one will cause more problems than it solves.

If you do decide to bite the bullet, make sure the seller has a comprehensive history file for the engine so you know its true history and mileage. Otherwise, a 10+ year old replacement engine with 200,000+ miles on the clock may only give you 12 -18 months of motoring before it too fails.

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