Advice on Engine Price

[Ericv]

Hello,

I completed a top end refresh on this engine 2 years ago during the summer. I documented the build on 914 world. I spent last summer sorting out the carbs so, the engine since the refresh has less than 1,000 miles on it. I'm looking at what would be a reasonable value of what the engine would be worth. I can complete a compression test and post the numbers but was looking for a value before I became serious about selling the engine. This engine is awesome around the 4,000 to 6,000 rpm band. Here's the specs.

1969 2.0 E
S-Pistons
Solex Cams
Updated Carrera Tensioners
40IDS Carbs
The exhaust ports bored to 35mm
PMO Intake Manifolds (The manifolds in the picture are orignal and have since been replaced)
K&N Rainshields
Rebuilt Alternator
Clewitt Ignition Wires
New Bosche Ignition Transformer
Oil cooler modified for a 914-6 Application

[blau911]

Eric,
I would think fair value with the Weber carb's, 914 tinware ect at around $5-6k. Rebuild documentation would also be important. Motor looks nice. It probably feels very similar to a stock 2.0S

[Macroni]

Nice motor. They are very expensive to rebuild and impossible to do for under $12,000. One of my friends recently rebuilt motors and spent above $25,000. They were a 2.2S and 2.2E. My advice would be price closer to the $12,000 and wait for the buyer who understands what you are selling. I would have all critical performance measurements completed also.

[blau911]

Mac,
The problem with getting a higher price for this motor is the fact that it is a 2.0 street motor. Anyone looking to build a 6 cylinder motor for their 914-6 o6 GT replica is going to want to go for a larger displacement motor with more torque, (i.e. 2.4, 2,7, 3.0). Same with the 911 crowd who are looking to do an engine upgrade or swap.
$12k will easily get you a lot more motor than a rebuilt higher compression 2.0E. Don't get me wrong, Eric, there is nothing wrong with your motor, and it surely would make for fun driving. But there are lots of other motors out there that people would look to upgrade to first (2.7RS), when dropping $12k on fresh rebuilt motor.

[Ericv]

Originally Posted by blau911

Mac,
The problem with getting a higher price for this motor is the fact that it is a 2.0 street motor. Anyone looking to build a 6 cylinder motor for their 914-6 o6 GT replica is going to want to go for a larger displacement motor with more torque, (i.e. 2.4, 2,7, 3.0). Same with the 911 crowd who are looking to do an engine upgrade or swap.
$12k will easily get you a lot more motor than a rebuilt higher compression 2.0E. Don't get me wrong, Eric, there is nothing wrong with your motor, and it surely would make for fun driving. But there are lots of other motors out there that people would look to upgrade to first (2.7RS), when dropping $12k on fresh rebuilt motor.

I agree, It is a fun motor. I think the $6,000 range is reasonable for a turn key engine that one could come over and drive.

[Macroni]

I see what you are saying. I have seen many 2.7, 3.0 or 3.2 for $6 to $7k. Still a done motor is not cheap.

[Joost73]

Is it for sale yet?

[PropellerHead]

You said 'top end' rebuild. I assume the case wasn't split? Therefore we're talking stock oil pump, perhaps some wear on the bottom end, no oil squirters, no re-bush of rods, etc.

Certainly looks 'well dressed' and clean which helps. Specs on the rebuild (like head work?) and a detailed list of replaced and machined parts would improve the value significantly. As-is without documentation I would say a $4k-$5k is a fair value. You could up that significantly by providing compression, leak-down and documenting the extent of the build. With well-sorted documentation it could perhaps push $8k+.

[Ericv]

Originally Posted by PropellerHead

You said 'top end' rebuild. I assume the case wasn't split? Therefore we're talking stock oil pump, perhaps some wear on the bottom end, no oil squirters, no re-bush of rods, etc.

Certainly looks 'well dressed' and clean which helps. Specs on the rebuild (like head work?) and a detailed list of replaced and machined parts would improve the value significantly. As-is without documentation I would say a $4k-$5k is a fair value. You could up that significantly by providing compression, leak-down and documenting the extent of the build. With well-sorted documentation it could perhaps push $8k+.

I documented the teardown and build on 914world which I have the link to but the site was hacked and it's been down for 3 weeks now. I have all the receipts for the headwork as well as new seals and rings, chain ramps, etc. I can complete a compression test as I have that kit but would need to purchase a leak down kit to get those numbers. Thanks for all the input.