Value of a 3.2l engine. ...blown
 

Looking to see what the value range of a non running 3.2 would be. I've yet to pull mine apart but I fear some sort of rod issue (spun bearing).

Also what about an excellent condition 915 with newer clutch assembly.

Thanks

Bummer about your engine. I read the thread on the technical board:

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/811351-did-i-just-grenade-my-engine.html

I hesitate to offer anything -- there are several posters who have intimate knowledge on situations like yours. But since no one else is chiming in, I will give a SWAG.

The range on "core" engines seems to be rising with everything else. Lots of 3.0 motors out there on the Marketplace, but not many 3.2s.

I would guess a low of $2500 (for a seriously bad one) and a high of $3500 for a motor that is known to be "bad" -- depending on what is wrong with it. Runners seem to be going for $5-6k -- more if the mileage is verified as low, and the compression/leakdown is good. Maybe even $8-10k if it has been recently rebuilt (with paperwork).

Like the cars themselves, if the problem is localized (and the motor is not a rusty corroded mess), complete motors are worth more in pieces than as a unit. Just the crank, case, and pistons & cylinders are worth more than $2k (if they are not trashed.)

That is why you are probably well served by disassembling it, inspecting, bagging & tagging all of the components, and finding out exactly what is wrong. I assume you already pulled the valve covers and checked for an easy fix (damaged/loose rocker, etc) and checked the cam timing to see if a chain slipped?

However, if your time is worth more than the money, I would start at $3500 and see what happens.

As I mentioned in the original thread, since your coupe is otherwise solid, I would just source a replacement engine and keep the original with the car while you decide what to do with it. There is not much financial downside, and you avoid a major hit on the value when it comes time to sell.

One other option is to part out the busted engine, and keep the numbered case with the correct chassis -- then use the money you make from that to offset the cost of a replacement motor. You then hedge your bets on value for the car a little. You then save up to build a new motor on the old case, and build it the way you want it at some point in the future.

I would rebuit that engine.If you buy a 3.2 it will cost 5-7k and still used .The value of core engine complete with injection exaust dist alternator is 3500.00 if it only engine with bad crank 2000.00

If he is going to drop it off at the garage and write a check, then I agree with you.

I was just offering a different option for someone who is willing to do the work himself, but doesn't want to have months (or a year+) of "down" time -- while he is rebuilding it in his spare time.

Pay for the used engine, drive it a year while you are rebuilding, then resell it for close to what you paid. Just an option for someone who doesn't want to park his car for the entire summer.

Agree with you .Save time and you resell probably little bit more the buyer see engine running.